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SP53 YCD

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

148,960 mi
Last recorded148,960 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 YCD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 148,960 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 148,956 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner/outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 131,003 miles

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

under shields fitted

various rust patches/ need attention soon

Fail 25 Aug 2016 131,003 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

under shields fitted

various rust patches/ need attention soon

Pass 23 Apr 2015 125,308 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 125,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 110,475 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 110,475 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 93,064 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 93,064 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 73,781 miles

both rear shock absorber covers detached

Pass 11 Apr 2011 68,263 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 68,263 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 65,297 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 55,631 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 55,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 46,802 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 39,554 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 28,113 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)

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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SP53 YCD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP53 YCD, 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.

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What year was SP53 YCD registered?

SP53 YCD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is SP53 YCD safe to buy?

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