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GV53 NCZ

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

160,227 mi
Last recorded160,227 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 NCZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 160,227 miles

Engine oil leak

Fuel cooler bracket broken

eml on

Pass 16 Apr 2015 147,235 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 137,025 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 133,013 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 127,752 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 127,737 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 123,327 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 120,063 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 110,223 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2008 93,170 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 93,170 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 76,772 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 57,563 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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GV53 NCZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GV53 NCZ, 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 GV53 NCZ registered?

GV53 NCZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is GV53 NCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 NCZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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