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YB03 YVJ

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

128,059 mi
Last recorded128,059 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 YVJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 128,059 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 122,086 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. has travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 122,086 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. has travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 117,622 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 110,055 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 110,055 miles

Central Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2016 110,049 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)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 105,413 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 102,490 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 100,471 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 97,456 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 93,980 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 89,230 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 80,014 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 80,014 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 71,310 miles

Slight movement in steering coloum

Pass 24 Jun 2006 60,235 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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YB03 YVJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YB03 YVJ, 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

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What year was YB03 YVJ registered?

YB03 YVJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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The MOT history for YB03 YVJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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