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GL03 OSB

2003 Audi A3

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,659 mi
Last recorded161,659 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 OSB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 161,659 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2016 145,402 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 145,400 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 138,915 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 112,013 miles

engine management light on

traction light on

Fail 30 Dec 2013 112,008 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine management light on

traction light on

Pass 21 Dec 2012 103,941 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 103,941 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2011 103,929 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake discs worn

Front tyre treads in poor condition

Pass 28 Sep 2010 88,623 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 77,431 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 61,766 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 46,556 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 35,524 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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GL03 OSB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL03 OSB, 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 GL03 OSB registered?

GL03 OSB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is GL03 OSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 OSB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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