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YG53 VTP

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

129,617 mi
Last recorded129,617 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 VTP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 129,617 miles

windscreen chipped

Fail 16 Nov 2016 129,568 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

windscreen chipped

Pass 18 Nov 2015 113,086 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 110,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

reverse light not working

Pass 6 Nov 2014 110,282 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

reverse light not working

Pass 11 Oct 2013 105,644 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 105,644 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 97,235 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 97,235 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 86,945 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 77,939 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 69,280 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 63,387 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 51,621 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 40,339 miles

both rear damper dust covers perished

offside rear brake disc starting to corrode

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 VTP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VTP, 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 VTP registered?

YG53 VTP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is YG53 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG53 VTP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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