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A3 HWU

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,517 mi
Last recorded160,517 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 HWU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 160,517 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 152,756 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 142,015 miles

coolant leak

engine management light displaying a fault

Fail 23 Jan 2017 141,999 miles

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

coolant leak

engine management light displaying a fault

Pass 2 Feb 2016 123,843 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 118,622 miles

N/s/r seatbelt slow to retract

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

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

Slight corosion on all discs

Fail 16 Jan 2015 118,622 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/s/r seatbelt slow to retract

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

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

Slight corosion on all discs

Fail 10 Feb 2014 113,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 113,884 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 94,287 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,546 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 74,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 74,116 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 68,125 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 66,618 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 63,630 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 55,226 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 36,962 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 HWU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HWU, 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 A3 HWU registered?

A3 HWU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is A3 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 HWU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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