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AF13 YLJ

2013 Audi A3

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

91,249 mi
Last recorded91,249 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 YLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 91,249 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2024 81,534 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 81,475 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 77,094 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 77,093 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

front wipers not tested

Pass 29 Oct 2021 68,953 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 62,185 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 62,185 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 53,453 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 53,452 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 46,749 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 41,433 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 35,545 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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AF13 YLJ is a 2013 Audi A3 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF13 YLJ, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF13 YLJ registered?

AF13 YLJ is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is AF13 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF13 YLJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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