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GD03 RVU

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

181,666 mi
Last recorded181,666 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 RVU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 181,666 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 181,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 175,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 175,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 169,710 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 162,029 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 153,243 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 142,924 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 142,922 miles

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

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

both front roll bar mounting bushes worn

Pass 25 Feb 2014 135,754 miles

both rear brake discs corroded

Fail 25 Feb 2014 135,754 miles

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

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2013 128,607 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 123,185 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 123,185 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 118,175 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 14 Mar 2011 118,175 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 97,932 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 97,841 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 84,766 miles

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)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 71,421 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 58,596 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 42,201 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 RVU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GD03 RVU, 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 RVU registered?

GD03 RVU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is GD03 RVU safe to buy?

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