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YH53 MVL

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,312 mi
Last recorded110,312 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 MVL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 110,312 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 110,312 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 101,132 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2016 101,130 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 86,487 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 86,473 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 77,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Aug 2014 76,992 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2013 72,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear shockabsorber dust shields loose

Pass 10 Nov 2012 66,072 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 58,992 miles

front wipers poor cleaning

rear bump stops in poor condition

Pass 13 Nov 2010 52,491 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 46,248 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front tyre wearing slightly on inside edge

Pass 14 Oct 2008 38,602 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 32,606 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 26,640 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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YH53 MVL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YH53 MVL, 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 YH53 MVL registered?

YH53 MVL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is YH53 MVL safe to buy?

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