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EY53 YXB

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,003 mi
Last recorded161,003 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 YXB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2020 161,003 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2019 156,698 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 150,431 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 150,431 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 147,235 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 142,139 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 142,139 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 136,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 136,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 130,208 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 121,307 miles

both front tyres on 3mm

offside front tyre bold on inner edge an has cuts on inner sidewall

Pass 6 Aug 2011 110,152 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 100,279 miles

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

exhaust center section bent and pulling on rubber mounts

tyers staring to wear unevenly on inner edges (both rear tyres)

wiper smeering

Pass 20 Aug 2009 91,532 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 85,889 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 85,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 77,797 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 70,121 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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EY53 YXB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol 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 EY53 YXB, 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 EY53 YXB registered?

EY53 YXB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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The MOT history for EY53 YXB 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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