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YY03 LDC

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,540 mi
Last recorded156,540 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 LDC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 156,540 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 148,840 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 143,950 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 133,771 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 122,390 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 122,390 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 110,253 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 97,100 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 97,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 90,799 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

airbag light on.

both rear brake discs deteriated.

n/s/f wiperblade deteriating.

Fail 22 Apr 2009 90,799 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

airbag light on.

both rear brake discs deteriated.

n/s/f wiperblade deteriating.

Pass 13 May 2008 81,341 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise airbag light on

Pass 12 May 2007 71,060 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 70,928 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 63,871 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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YY03 LDC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YY03 LDC, 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 YY03 LDC registered?

YY03 LDC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is YY03 LDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY03 LDC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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