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DS03 GWJ

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

168,629 mi
Last recorded168,629 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 GWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 168,629 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n.s & o.s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2026 168,629 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n.s & o.s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2025 164,228 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2025 164,228 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 159,022 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2024 159,022 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 152,615 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2022 144,501 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 138,710 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n.s& o.s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n.s & o.s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n.s & o.s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2020 136,639 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsf & osf (outer) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsr & osr (outer) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 133,147 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2019 133,147 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 130,219 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 129,103 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 129,103 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 125,230 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 Jan 2015 125,230 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 122,961 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 118,897 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 112,796 miles

osf and nsf slightly pitted and worn

Pass 1 Feb 2011 108,694 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 100,762 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 86,477 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2007 75,428 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 75,263 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2006 58,932 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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DS03 GWJ is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 100,003 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 A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS03 GWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS03 GWJ registered?

DS03 GWJ is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DS03 GWJ safe to buy?

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