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YF52 GYA

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,229 mi
Last recorded105,229 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 GYA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 105,229 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 105,229 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 95,175 miles

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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 89,515 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 84,136 miles

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

Front brake discs substantially worn and pitted

Rear brake discs substantially worn

Rear washer not working

Pass 22 Jun 2009 79,416 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 73,818 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 68,143 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 62,486 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 62,486 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 62,474 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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YF52 GYA is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YF52 GYA, 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 YF52 GYA registered?

YF52 GYA is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is YF52 GYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF52 GYA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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