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YR53 DZO

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,487 mi
Last recorded9,487 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 DZO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 9,487 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 9,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 5 Oct 2017 9,151 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 8,856 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 8,856 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear tyre has cracking to tread

Pass 25 Sep 2015 8,606 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly deteriorated

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2014 8,251 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 8,089 miles

All four tyres have age cracking

Pass 27 Sep 2012 7,531 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 6,623 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 6,623 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 5,987 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 5,426 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 4,771 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 4,013 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 3,305 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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YR53 DZO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YR53 DZO, 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 YR53 DZO registered?

YR53 DZO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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