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DY53 SXB

2003 Audi A2

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

116,968 mi
Last recorded116,968 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 SXB
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 116,968 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 112,057 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 112,057 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 103,879 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 103,879 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 96,433 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 96,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 87,243 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 87,243 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 80,059 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s number plate lamp broken but working

slight corrosion on inner surface of front and rear brake discs

slight play in n/s section of steering rack

Fail 4 Aug 2010 80,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s number plate lamp broken but working

slight corrosion on inner surface of front and rear brake discs

slight play in n/s section of steering rack

Pass 19 Aug 2009 75,308 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 69,396 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 69,396 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 62,684 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 47,165 miles

Near side front tyre close to legal limit.

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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DY53 SXB is a 2003 Audi A2 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY53 SXB, 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 DY53 SXB registered?

DY53 SXB is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is DY53 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY53 SXB shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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