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RY53 GWN

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,654 mi
Last recorded137,654 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 GWN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 137,654 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 132,145 miles

Offside Rear brake slight bind

Pass 12 Sep 2015 128,047 miles

Offside Rear slightly binding

Pass 16 Sep 2014 121,426 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 121,426 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 116,208 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 104,903 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 95,760 miles

Air bag light on

All tyres close

Pass 27 Jul 2009 86,189 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2009 86,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

front & rear registration plates de-lamanating

nearside front washer jet partly blocked

rear washer not working

Pass 4 Apr 2008 74,433 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 33,018 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 GWN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GWN, 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 GWN registered?

RY53 GWN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is RY53 GWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY53 GWN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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