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YG53 MGX

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

189,599 mi
Last recorded189,599 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 MGX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 189,599 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 189,599 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear coil spring broken Both (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 171,722 miles

there is diesel fuel on the engine,undertray is damp.advise attention

Pass 24 Apr 2015 157,952 miles

exh centre clamps corroded

o/s cv boot cracking

rear tyres low inner edge

Pass 29 Apr 2014 151,521 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 151,500 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 137,428 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 125,235 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 109,105 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 109,003 miles

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

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)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 86,663 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 69,870 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 64,538 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 54,655 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 52,614 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 52,614 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YG53 MGX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YG53 MGX, 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 YG53 MGX registered?

YG53 MGX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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