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YX53 RZJ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,602 mi
Last recorded105,602 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 RZJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 105,602 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 99,863 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 99,863 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 88,103 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 70,842 miles

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

front reg plate has deteriation

offside front inner gaitor split

rear brake discs have corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2010 59,276 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs worn/pitted

Pass 4 Sep 2009 191,140 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 152,543 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 113,137 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 113,137 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 77,282 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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YX53 RZJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YX53 RZJ, 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 YX53 RZJ registered?

YX53 RZJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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