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WV53 YXC

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

272,793 mi
Last recorded272,793 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 YXC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 272,793 miles

Offside Front fuel cooler fixing deteriorating

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring end toggle broken

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 264,887 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2014 251,060 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 251,060 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 229,403 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 206,713 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 182,795 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2011 182,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 156,914 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 156,912 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2009 131,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 131,417 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 10,660 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 78,426 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 51,651 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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WV53 YXC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WV53 YXC, 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 WV53 YXC registered?

WV53 YXC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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