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ST03 ODF

2003 Audi S3

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

342,084 mi
Last recorded342,084 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi S389,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST03 ODF
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 342,084 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 341,658 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 340,350 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 338,417 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 332,477 miles

engine manegment light on

Fail 9 Dec 2017 332,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine manegment light on

Pass 11 Jul 2016 319,480 miles

oil leak

Fail 11 Jul 2016 319,480 miles

Nearside Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2015 294,218 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2014 266,454 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 244,044 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 220,574 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 189,598 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 189,597 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s front tyre worn to limit inner edge

o/s and n/s front tyres heavily worn on inner edges

n/s rear tyre nail in tread

o/s rear tyre nail in tread

Pass 24 Jul 2010 171,368 miles

front number plate in poor condition

o/s and n/s rear tyres worn on centre band

o/s front driveshaft inner gaiter split

Pass 20 Jul 2009 146,264 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 146,264 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2008 125,555 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 125,555 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 125,215 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 99,816 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 99,816 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 80,390 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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ST03 ODF is a 2003 Audi S3 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2003 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 89,796 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST03 ODF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST03 ODF registered?

ST03 ODF is a 2003 Audi S3, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is ST03 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST03 ODF shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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