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OV52 YVS

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,639 mi
Last recorded108,639 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 YVS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 108,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Jul 2019 99,168 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

some play in o/s steering arm inner joint

Fail 15 Jul 2019 99,160 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt not functioning as intended centre rear jammed (7.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

some play in o/s steering arm inner joint

Pass 9 Jul 2018 83,006 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 68,450 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 50,951 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 37,246 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 21,742 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 18,420 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 16,208 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 14,868 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 12,679 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 11,125 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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OV52 YVS is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OV52 YVS, 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 OV52 YVS registered?

OV52 YVS is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 February 2003.

Is OV52 YVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 YVS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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