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YY53 UAP

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,200 mi
Last recorded68,200 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY53 UAP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 68,200 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 67,517 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear shock shroud insecure

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 May 2018 67,517 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid nearside and offside (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear shock shroud insecure

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 58,267 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 57,968 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 54,027 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 48,667 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 43,697 miles

nearside rear tyre is cracking

Pass 18 Nov 2011 39,212 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 39,212 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 34,055 miles

n/s/r tyre is cracking

o/s/f tyre is worn on the inner edge

o/s/r tyre is cracking & has a nail in it

Pass 8 Jul 2009 27,606 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 23,588 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 18,938 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 16,937 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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YY53 UAP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YY53 UAP, 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 YY53 UAP registered?

YY53 UAP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is YY53 UAP safe to buy?

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