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MW52 YCV

2003 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,372 mi
Last recorded56,372 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi S389,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 YCV
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2015 56,372 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 46,228 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 41,423 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,180 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 37,178 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 33,698 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

surface corrosion to the nearside rear brake disc

Pass 30 Mar 2010 30,822 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 30,821 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)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 27,240 miles

front tyres wiring on iner eidge

Pass 26 Mar 2008 23,610 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 20,208 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 16,515 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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MW52 YCV is a 2003 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 89,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MW52 YCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MW52 YCV registered?

MW52 YCV is a 2003 Audi S3, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is MW52 YCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW52 YCV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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