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AJ03 HRR

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,291 mi
Last recorded180,291 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 HRR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 180,291 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 168,887 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe at the rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 159,581 miles

Rear tyres perished and cracking

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 4 Apr 2017 159,581 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear tyres perished and cracking

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 8 Jun 2016 155,826 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 3 Jun 2016 155,826 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 5 Jun 2015 151,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 May 2015 150,931 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nsr tyre cracking

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)

Osr tyre cracking

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 145,909 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 145,909 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 140,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 134,523 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 134,523 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 129,675 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 123,892 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 117,710 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 109,854 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 102,891 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 95,847 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 92,127 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 HRR is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HRR, 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 AJ03 HRR registered?

AJ03 HRR is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is AJ03 HRR safe to buy?

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