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YG53 TGE

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,340 mi
Last recorded132,340 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 132,340 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 130,152 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 128,842 miles

Engine management light on

Windscreen cracked on the o/s but not affecting drivers veiw

Pass 21 Dec 2016 126,519 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 126,519 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 124,295 miles

front tyres wearing on the edges

Pass 23 Dec 2014 114,961 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 97,605 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2012 71,113 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 71,113 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 58,194 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2010 49,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 49,046 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 35,095 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 21,718 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 21,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,720 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 13,517 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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YG53 TGE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YG53 TGE, 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 TGE registered?

YG53 TGE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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