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DA03 GMV

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

221,876 mi
Last recorded221,876 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 GMV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 221,876 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 216,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 209,084 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 195,785 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 190,110 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 180,005 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 180,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 167,900 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 153,002 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 131,885 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 118,236 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 118,236 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 102,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front lower exhaust slight deteriorated

Fail 26 Nov 2012 102,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front lower exhaust slight deteriorated

Pass 20 Dec 2011 94,116 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 20 Dec 2011 94,116 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 83,438 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 72,958 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 64,175 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear number plate poorly fit,front number plate discoloured and damaged,slight movement to n/s/f headlight-recommend attention,thorn in o/s/r tyre tread-close to wall

Pass 9 Oct 2008 64,175 miles

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

rear number plate poorly fit,front number plate discoloured and damaged,slight movement to n/s/f headlight-recommend attention,thorn in o/s/r tyre tread-close to wall

Pass 1 Aug 2007 46,071 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 46,066 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2006 30,013 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 30,013 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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DA03 GMV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA03 GMV, 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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DA03 GMV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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