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AV53 YZE

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

141,722 mi
Last recorded141,722 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 YZE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 141,722 miles

light corrosion to outer sills

Pass 27 Apr 2018 130,408 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 118,833 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 113,150 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 113,150 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 110,686 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine light on

Pass 22 May 2014 104,636 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 94,920 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 88,926 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 81,021 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs corroaded

Pass 17 Jun 2010 73,897 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 65,740 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front 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 20 Jun 2008 55,956 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 44,828 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 35,661 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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AV53 YZE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AV53 YZE, 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.

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What year was AV53 YZE registered?

AV53 YZE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is AV53 YZE safe to buy?

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