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RY53 GVU

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

213,929 mi
Last recorded213,929 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 GVU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 213,929 miles

rear subframe corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2019 211,704 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 210,069 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 206,862 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 202,669 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 196,080 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 188,099 miles

advise n/s and o/s front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 29 Nov 2013 180,175 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 172,549 miles

esp light on

front number plate deteriated but not likely to be misread

offside front fog lamp glass broken

Fail 6 Dec 2012 172,549 miles

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

esp light on

front number plate deteriated but not likely to be misread

offside front fog lamp glass broken

Pass 22 Dec 2011 159,531 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres in poor condition

esp light on

o/s/f fog lamp glass broken

rear pads wearing thin

slight play in o/s f link rod

Fail 14 Dec 2011 159,522 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres in poor condition

esp light on

o/s/f fog lamp glass broken

rear pads wearing thin

slight play in o/s f link rod

Pass 20 Dec 2010 139,893 miles

rear discs corroded

wiper blades worn

Fail 20 Dec 2010 139,893 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear discs corroded

wiper blades worn

Fail 21 Dec 2009 129,502 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 129,502 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 119,270 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 71,566 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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RY53 GVU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RY53 GVU, 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 RY53 GVU registered?

RY53 GVU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is RY53 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY53 GVU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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