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VA03 PTU

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,024 mi
Last recorded120,024 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 PTU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 120,024 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 117,416 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 113,055 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 108,230 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 100,203 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 75,741 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front number plate in poor condition[suggest new soon]centre exaust mounting por condition[needs welding]power steering pipe unions at rack damp.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 67,504 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 58,447 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 58,447 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 50,476 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 43,506 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 39,457 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 36,622 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 25,399 miles

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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VA03 PTU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VA03 PTU, 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

How do I check the history of VA03 PTU?

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What year was VA03 PTU registered?

VA03 PTU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is VA03 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 PTU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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