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YA53 HWD

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,996 mi
Last recorded116,996 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA53 HWD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 116,996 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 109,730 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 109,730 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 102,540 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 May 2015 102,540 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 89,029 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 83,244 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 76,021 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 76,021 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 64,898 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 55,846 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 49,896 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

full under tray fitted

Fail 2 Mar 2007 41,129 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 41,129 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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YA53 HWD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YA53 HWD, 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 YA53 HWD registered?

YA53 HWD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is YA53 HWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA53 HWD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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