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YE53 FVN

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

201,722 mi
Last recorded201,722 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 FVN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jan 2017 201,722 miles

Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 197,503 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 183,720 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 166,498 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 155,954 miles

exhaust slightly damaged

nearsside front brake pad wear sensor wiring damaged and not connected

Fail 12 Nov 2012 155,954 miles

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

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

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

exhaust slightly damaged

nearsside front brake pad wear sensor wiring damaged and not connected

Pass 14 Nov 2011 142,696 miles

CV boots splitting

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front indicator repeater pale

plastic panels to underside not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Nov 2010 130,257 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 130,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 112,936 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 97,655 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 84,491 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 71,678 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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YE53 FVN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YE53 FVN, 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 YE53 FVN registered?

YE53 FVN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 October 2003.

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