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CU53 ZPY

2003 Audi A2

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

103,923 mi
Last recorded103,923 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 ZPY
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 103,923 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 98,834 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 94,025 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 94,023 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 88,569 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 88,566 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 84,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 82,195 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 82,195 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 80,247 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 77,120 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge unevenly

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Feb 2018 73,033 miles

both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

rear brake discs inner surfaces starting to rust

rear exhaust clamp/ sleeve starting to rust

Pass 6 Mar 2017 67,887 miles

front and rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

offside front tyre tread inner edge starting to wear

Pass 29 Feb 2016 63,460 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 57,352 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 53,328 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 48,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 43,365 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 35,858 miles

all 4 discs

Pass 12 Mar 2010 30,665 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,334 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 14,985 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 12,943 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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CU53 ZPY is a 2003 Audi A2 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU53 ZPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU53 ZPY registered?

CU53 ZPY is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is CU53 ZPY safe to buy?

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