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DC03 YLY

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

93,478 mi
Last recorded93,478 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 YLY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 93,478 miles

EML iluminated

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 93,477 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

EML iluminated

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 90,136 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 90,136 miles

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

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

EML Iluminated

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 81,919 miles

Nearside Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 76,221 miles

both rear tyres heavily perished

Pass 12 Aug 2011 69,577 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 69,577 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both rear tyres perished

both wiper blades split

Pass 13 Aug 2010 63,005 miles

rear axle bushes worn and hazard switch worn

Pass 31 Jul 2009 58,686 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 53,494 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 48,471 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 455,682 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 45,673 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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DC03 YLY is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DC03 YLY, 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 DC03 YLY registered?

DC03 YLY is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is DC03 YLY safe to buy?

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