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GF53 DYB

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,223 mi
Last recorded137,223 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 DYB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 137,223 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 113,601 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 106,387 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 106,387 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 98,369 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 90,405 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 84,541 miles

Nearside brake disc outer surface corroded/ pitted.

Nearside rear tyre tread unevenly worn.

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear tyre tread unevenly worn.

Pass 7 May 2014 84,541 miles

Nearside brake disc outer surface corroded/ pitted.

Nearside rear tyre tread unevenly worn.

Offside rear tyre tread unevenly worn.

Pass 7 May 2013 77,181 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 69,712 miles

airbag lamp on

Fail 9 May 2012 69,712 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

airbag lamp on

Pass 18 Feb 2011 61,946 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 54,849 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 47,890 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 41,895 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 33,600 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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GF53 DYB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver 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 GF53 DYB, 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 GF53 DYB registered?

GF53 DYB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is GF53 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 DYB 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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