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YX53 SBU

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,105 mi
Last recorded107,105 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 SBU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2014 107,105 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 107,020 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 94,656 miles

both front tyres 16mm

Pass 10 Jan 2012 86,479 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 71,200 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 67,516 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight binde on o/s/r brake

Pass 4 Sep 2009 56,819 miles

Both rear tyres stepped on inner edges

Both rear tyres weathered

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Sep 2008 45,967 miles

slight cracking on rear tyres

Pass 17 Sep 2007 35,358 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 23,553 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 23,514 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 SBU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YX53 SBU, 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 SBU registered?

YX53 SBU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is YX53 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX53 SBU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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