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YP03 VSY

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

202,481 mi
Last recorded202,481 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 VSY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 202,481 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 186,547 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 169,700 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear section of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer wear marker (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear section of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer wear marker (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 153,246 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 140,080 miles

Various brake pipes powder coating bubbling

Pass 18 Mar 2013 126,752 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2012 112,954 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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 97,973 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2011 97,973 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 86,038 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 72,379 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 19 Mar 2008 59,400 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 49,269 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 33,625 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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YP03 VSY is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YP03 VSY, 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 YP03 VSY registered?

YP03 VSY is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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The MOT history for YP03 VSY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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