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YF53 AOK

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

166,550 mi
Last recorded166,550 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 AOK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 166,550 miles

fuel filter lid contaminated with diesel ( no leak visible )

Pass 6 Mar 2018 163,335 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 153,429 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 141,203 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 125,970 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 116,391 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jan 2014 116,391 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2013 109,640 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2011 93,137 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 84,971 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 79,278 miles

air bag light on.

Pass 14 Nov 2008 73,552 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 68,456 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 60,899 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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YF53 AOK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YF53 AOK, 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 YF53 AOK registered?

YF53 AOK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is YF53 AOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF53 AOK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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