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YH03 VBD

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

176,375 mi
Last recorded176,375 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH03 VBD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 176,375 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 176,374 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 171,386 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 166,096 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 166,099 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 159,780 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 152,277 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 142,395 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 130,940 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 120,485 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 120,485 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 106,123 miles

condition of offside front tyre side walls

Fail 18 Aug 2012 106,123 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

condition of offside front tyre side walls

Pass 9 Aug 2011 90,424 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 90,423 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 75,563 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 71,230 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 64,095 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 57,649 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 44,066 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 31,946 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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YH03 VBD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YH03 VBD, 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 YH03 VBD registered?

YH03 VBD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is YH03 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH03 VBD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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