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ST53 GFJ

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

162,580 mi
Last recorded162,580 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST53 GFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 162,580 miles

under body covers covering some components

Pass 1 Nov 2017 153,241 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 148,212 miles

both front lower rear wish bone bushes worn

Pass 29 Oct 2015 142,986 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 135,862 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 128,996 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 120,051 miles

Osf steering arm has very slight play

Osr brake very slight bind

Pass 7 Oct 2011 106,564 miles

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

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

Rear shockabsorbers outer dust covers insecure

Pass 22 Oct 2010 93,295 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 79,127 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 79,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 65,358 miles

Oil just above the minimum

Pass 31 Oct 2007 50,702 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 50,702 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 37,631 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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ST53 GFJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ST53 GFJ, 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 ST53 GFJ registered?

ST53 GFJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is ST53 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST53 GFJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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