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DG03 MZD

2003 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

139,247 mi
Last recorded139,247 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 MZD
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 139,247 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 139,244 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 125,681 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 112,133 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slightly scratch (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

EML light do not illuminate

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres, worn inner 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 111,937 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slightly scratch (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

EML light do not illuminate

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres, worn inner 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 101,424 miles

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Pass 21 Mar 2022 100,397 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre tread ()

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oily

Pass 24 Mar 2021 99,187 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 99,187 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 99,184 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 98,039 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 96,554 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Under tray present impeding inspection.

Pass 28 Mar 2018 94,825 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 94,795 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 92,646 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 88,067 miles

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 6 Apr 2016 88,067 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb faulty (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 83,436 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)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Mar 2015 83,436 miles

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

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)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2014 79,080 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)

Oil leak

cut on sidewall no cords or ply exposed

slight smear on wipers

Pass 4 Apr 2013 74,295 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 71,942 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 63,223 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 59,770 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 48,131 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 37,606 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2009 37,606 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 32,740 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 27,652 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 22,090 miles

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

visual check only of n/s and o/s seat belts, child seats fitted

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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DG03 MZD is a 2003 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG03 MZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DG03 MZD is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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