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SX03 RBU

2003 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

90,077 mi
Last recorded90,077 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX03 RBU
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 90,077 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2025 89,101 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f droplink rubber

Fail 11 Feb 2025 89,101 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f droplink rubber

Pass 27 Feb 2024 87,183 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 84,864 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main - cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main - flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 83,562 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 81,250 miles

Offside Front Inner Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 79,435 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 76,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 73,644 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2017 70,406 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2016 66,269 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 60,388 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 57,216 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Note;-engine oil leak--(borderline for M.O.T. test)---advise the customer to have this repaired as soon as possible.

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2013 56,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2012 54,930 miles

Oil cooler leaking.

Pass 1 Mar 2011 53,668 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 52,253 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 50,790 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 49,686 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 44,228 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 32,901 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 32,901 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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SX03 RBU is a 2003 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SX03 RBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SX03 RBU registered?

SX03 RBU is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is SX03 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX03 RBU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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