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AD03 XAP

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,561 mi
Last recorded36,561 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 XAP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 36,561 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 33,421 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 30,791 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 26,164 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 25,669 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 25,324 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4tyres starting to perish and crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

stone chip on screen

Pass 17 Mar 2020 24,738 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 24,738 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 23,256 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 21,409 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 19,149 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 15,786 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 12,790 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 12,340 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 12,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 11,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,971 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 9,768 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 8,492 miles

Both front tyre outer walls slightly damaged and worn

Fail 16 Jun 2010 8,492 miles

Both front tyre outer walls slightly damaged and worn

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,401 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 6,317 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 5,144 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 4,329 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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AD03 XAP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AD03 XAP, 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 AD03 XAP registered?

AD03 XAP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 July 2003.

Is AD03 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 XAP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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