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MF03 YBB

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,298 mi
Last recorded103,298 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 YBB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 103,298 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 100,167 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 97,239 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 94,529 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 93,303 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 93,303 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2019 91,247 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 86,713 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 82,660 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 82,660 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 77,802 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 72,845 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 67,072 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 67,072 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 60,564 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 60,564 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 58,333 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 58,333 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 54,607 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 49,645 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 49,645 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 38,642 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 33,526 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 26,984 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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MF03 YBB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MF03 YBB, 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 MF03 YBB registered?

MF03 YBB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is MF03 YBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 YBB shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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