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RE53 YZW

2003 Audi A2

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,290 mi
Last recorded124,290 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 YZW
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 124,290 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint drop links both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2016 121,084 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 117,078 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2014 113,704 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 108,050 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tested in wet conditions

Pass 20 Dec 2012 101,766 miles

Damage to front number plate.

F/n/s tyre tread getting low.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Wear on front brake discs.

Pass 6 Oct 2011 96,937 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 92,686 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2009 88,578 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 88,575 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 7 Oct 2008 84,862 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Oct 2007 80,021 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 62,157 miles

offside handbrake cable retaining clip broken

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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RE53 YZW is a 2003 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE53 YZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE53 YZW registered?

RE53 YZW is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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The MOT history for RE53 YZW 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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