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YS53 WZT

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

216,399 mi
Last recorded216,399 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 WZT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 216,399 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 198,742 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 178,773 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 156,745 miles

N/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Mar 2014 156,742 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

N/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Mar 2013 135,552 miles

Air bag light on

O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2012 116,165 miles

Air bag warning light on

Pass 11 Mar 2011 108,582 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 97,786 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 97,785 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 87,964 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 77,412 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 67,258 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 56,558 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 56,558 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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YS53 WZT is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS53 WZT, 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 YS53 WZT registered?

YS53 WZT is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is YS53 WZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS53 WZT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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