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GV53 WBU

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

104,790 mi
Last recorded104,790 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 WBU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 104,790 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 100,791 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 88,346 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 81,658 miles

oil level below min - topped up

Fail 4 Dec 2012 81,658 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil level below min - topped up

Pass 18 Dec 2010 63,780 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 53,683 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 44,166 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 33,010 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 22,862 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 WBU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WBU, 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 WBU registered?

GV53 WBU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is GV53 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 WBU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV53 WBU have outstanding finance?

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