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BD53 GUO

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

96,222 mi
Last recorded96,222 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 GUO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 96,222 miles

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

both rear shock dust covers broken

engine management light on

Pass 28 Nov 2016 88,178 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 88,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high BULB FITTED WRONG (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 86,731 miles

slight tear to near side rear tyre side wall /getting low on tread

Pass 17 Nov 2014 81,589 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 74,004 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 69,720 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 64,384 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 61,243 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 58,045 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 58,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fuel filter corroded

bonnet catch sized

Pass 18 Nov 2008 52,866 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2007 45,795 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 45,748 miles

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

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

advise front plate

Pass 7 Nov 2006 34,895 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 34,895 miles

Offside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Front number plate starting to seperate.

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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BD53 GUO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BD53 GUO, 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 BD53 GUO registered?

BD53 GUO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is BD53 GUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 GUO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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