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YG53 VWR

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,991 mi
Last recorded124,991 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 VWR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 124,991 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 117,858 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 117,856 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine management light on

Pass 28 Jul 2016 117,856 miles

engine management light on

Fail 28 Jul 2016 117,856 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine management light on

Pass 30 Jul 2015 106,604 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2015 106,604 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 96,144 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 89,840 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 87,187 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 82,785 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 78,670 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 73,555 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 62,332 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 47,883 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 35,540 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 VWR is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VWR, 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 VWR registered?

YG53 VWR is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is YG53 VWR safe to buy?

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