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FA03 YPD

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

155,702 mi
Last recorded155,702 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 YPD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 155,702 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n s f (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o s f (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 155,669 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n s f (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low n s f main beam (1.8)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n s f (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o s f (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 152,404 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 147,466 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 138,609 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 128,305 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 119,739 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 119,384 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 101,827 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 86,488 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 72,953 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 54,770 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 54,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall is cut ,but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

Pass 12 Jul 2006 40,708 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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FA03 YPD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FA03 YPD, 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 FA03 YPD registered?

FA03 YPD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is FA03 YPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 YPD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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