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YC53 EGM

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,923 mi
Last recorded135,923 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 EGM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 135,923 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 135,923 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 123,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 112,087 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jun 2012 111,944 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2011 98,900 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 3 Jun 2010 85,858 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 72,147 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 54,646 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 38,138 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 38,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2006 26,784 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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YC53 EGM is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC53 EGM, 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 YC53 EGM registered?

YC53 EGM is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is YC53 EGM safe to buy?

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