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SO03 XAS

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,036 mi
Last recorded158,036 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 XAS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 158,036 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 158,036 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 141,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 128,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 117,666 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 101,174 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 85,942 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 74,923 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front and rear brake disc's corroded

Fail 14 Feb 2011 74,923 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front and rear brake disc's corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2010 67,448 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 67,448 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 55,999 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 42,431 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 40,933 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 31,421 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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SO03 XAS is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO03 XAS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO03 XAS registered?

SO03 XAS is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is SO03 XAS safe to buy?

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