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YG53 VAV

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

122,789 mi
Last recorded122,789 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 VAV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 122,789 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 117,422 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 111,457 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 105,352 miles

rear tyres inner edges worn

Fail 8 Jan 2016 105,352 miles

Headlamp aim too high nsf (1.8)

rear tyres inner edges worn

Pass 13 Dec 2014 100,366 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2014 100,366 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Radiator leaking coolant

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 99,365 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 99,365 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 87,537 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 87,537 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 78,462 miles

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

nail n/s/f tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2010 64,683 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 50,098 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 36,243 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 30,835 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 23,087 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 VAV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VAV, 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 VAV registered?

YG53 VAV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is YG53 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG53 VAV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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