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AJ03 BTU

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,576 mi
Last recorded116,576 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 BTU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 116,576 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2014 116,574 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 110,697 miles

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

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

Wiring to after market lamps not secure under vehicle.

Fail 18 Mar 2013 110,697 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Wiring to after market lamps not secure under vehicle.

Pass 31 Mar 2012 104,096 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 95,860 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 87,700 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 77,775 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 63,713 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 53,780 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 53,780 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 42,515 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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AJ03 BTU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol 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 AJ03 BTU, 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 AJ03 BTU registered?

AJ03 BTU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AJ03 BTU safe to buy?

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