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YD53 CDU

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,511 mi
Last recorded100,511 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 CDU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 100,511 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 92,302 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 85,913 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 77,292 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 70,726 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 64,638 miles

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

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

rear bump stops perished

Fail 30 Sep 2010 58,196 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 58,196 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 51,768 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 44,014 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 35,431 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 24,224 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)

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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YD53 CDU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YD53 CDU, 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 YD53 CDU registered?

YD53 CDU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is YD53 CDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD53 CDU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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