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YS52 PPO

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

96,227 mi
Last recorded96,227 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS52 PPO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 96,227 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 96,200 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 94,845 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 92,010 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2016 91,937 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 87,875 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 83,440 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 79,532 miles

Offside & nearside front and rear tyres very close to legal limits of 1.6mm.

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 74,654 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 62,293 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 69,258 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 64,873 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 57,225 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 48,615 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 40,678 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre has slight damage to rim protector on sidewall but no cords or ply exposed.

Fail 4 Jan 2007 40,678 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre has slight damage to rim protector on sidewall but no cords or ply exposed.

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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YS52 PPO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue 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 YS52 PPO, 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 YS52 PPO registered?

YS52 PPO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is YS52 PPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS52 PPO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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