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OV52 YYG

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,385 mi
Last recorded69,385 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 YYG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 69,385 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 56,101 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))

Pass 18 May 2018 45,187 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 40,883 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 31,509 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 28,980 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 28,810 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

malfunction indicator lamp on

Pass 6 Jan 2014 27,868 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 26,582 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 25,004 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 23,009 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 20,813 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 18,604 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 13,887 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 11,173 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear outer seat

Fail 6 Jan 2006 11,173 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

child seat fitted to nearside rear outer seat

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 YYG is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OV52 YYG, 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

How do I check the history of OV52 YYG?

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What year was OV52 YYG registered?

OV52 YYG is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is OV52 YYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 YYG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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