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AU03 WCX

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,224 mi
Last recorded114,224 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 WCX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 114,224 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 112,218 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 112,218 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2024 109,151 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 106,590 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 102,906 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 102,906 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 99,896 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 99,896 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 97,875 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 97,875 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Feb 2019 94,372 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 79,702 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

rear both tyres perished

Fail 13 Jan 2018 79,702 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

rear both tyres perished

Pass 19 Jan 2017 64,663 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 55,489 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 55,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 46,620 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Pass 15 Jan 2014 43,926 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 42,275 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 40,631 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,680 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 37,009 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 35,075 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 35,069 miles

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

rear registration plate slightly dirty.

Pass 11 Feb 2008 32,177 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 28,297 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 24,157 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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AU03 WCX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 AU03 WCX, 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 AU03 WCX registered?

AU03 WCX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AU03 WCX safe to buy?

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