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YC52 PTX

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

112,513 mi
Last recorded112,513 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC52 PTX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 112,513 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 109,359 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 106,104 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 96,626 miles

Central exhaust mounting broken away, but system still adequately supported

Pass 26 Nov 2016 82,033 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 80,988 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 63,608 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 63,608 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 53,834 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 53,834 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 50,053 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 46,085 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

engine breather pipe split

Pass 14 Dec 2010 41,158 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 35,824 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 29,747 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 29,747 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 24,631 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 24,631 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 18,001 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 18,001 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 12,775 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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YC52 PTX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 YC52 PTX, 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

How do I check the history of YC52 PTX?

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What year was YC52 PTX registered?

YC52 PTX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is YC52 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC52 PTX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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