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A3 CVX

2003 Audi A3

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,012 mi
Last recorded128,012 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 CVX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2014 128,012 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 128,012 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 2 Oct 2013 122,765 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2013 122,764 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 117,138 miles

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

rear o/s position light dull

Fail 20 Sep 2012 117,138 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear o/s position light dull

Pass 21 Sep 2011 111,409 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 98,147 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 87,482 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 67,578 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 49,694 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 36,467 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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A3 CVX is a 2003 Audi A3 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A3 CVX, 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.

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What year was A3 CVX registered?

A3 CVX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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