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YX53 VRO

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,265 mi
Last recorded122,265 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 VRO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 122,265 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 122,265 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2014 118,701 miles

brake warning light on

offside front tyre cracked

Pass 30 Jun 2013 116,925 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2012 109,572 miles

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

engine warning light on

Pass 24 Oct 2010 90,471 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 76,272 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 63,568 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 54,274 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 44,883 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 VRO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VRO, 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 VRO registered?

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

Is YX53 VRO safe to buy?

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