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GD03 CSY

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

80,910 mi
Last recorded80,910 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 CSY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 80,910 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 78,744 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 76,969 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 76,950 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2017 73,222 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 68,976 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jun 2015 61,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2014 56,092 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 52,030 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 49,725 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 47,546 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 45,220 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 43,708 miles

Slight damage to both front outer body sill flanges.

Some movement in rear anti-roll bar, nearside link, top joint.

Pass 3 Oct 2008 40,509 miles

Slight insecurity of mounting at outer end of bnearside driveshaft outer CVJ gaiter, which is weeping grease.

Some damage to nearside front outer body sill flange.

Pass 29 Aug 2007 34,101 miles

Slight damage to both front outer body sill flanges.

Pass 26 May 2006 30,650 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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GD03 CSY is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 GD03 CSY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GD03 CSY registered?

GD03 CSY is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is GD03 CSY safe to buy?

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