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OU03 GYT

2003 Audi A3

Purple Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,283 mi
Last recorded117,283 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 GYT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2015 117,283 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 117,283 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light illumibated

Pass 2 Dec 2013 104,518 miles

engine management light illuminated

uneven wear n/s/r tyre

Fail 29 Nov 2013 104,434 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

engine management light illuminated

slight bind o/s/r brake

uneven wear n/s/r tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2012 95,781 miles

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

engine management light illuminated

Pass 30 Nov 2011 86,481 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 86,481 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 77,582 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 66,671 miles

n.s.f tyre wearing unevenly

slight play o.s.f upper shocker mounting

Pass 24 Nov 2008 56,866 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 49,072 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 38,296 miles

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

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

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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OU03 GYT is a 2003 Audi A3 in Purple with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OU03 GYT, 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

How do I check the history of OU03 GYT?

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What year was OU03 GYT registered?

OU03 GYT is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is OU03 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU03 GYT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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