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2013 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · AY63 ABU

AY63 ABU

2013 Audi A3 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 93,427 miles. MOT expired on 13 Jun 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2013 · Ipswich
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 13 Jun 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
93,427 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 13 Jun 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1395cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in its most recent test on June 9, 2025 at 93,427 miles. The absence of recorded advisories at this interval indicates that the owner has successfully addressed previous mechanical non-compliance issues. While the history shows instances of failure in prior years, the trend toward clean results suggests the vehicle is currently meeting minimum legal standards without immediate outstanding defects. The mileage pattern is consistent with a well-used vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 9,300 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This regular accumulation suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to degradation of seals and rubber components. The intervals between tests are predictable, reflecting a consistent maintenance schedule. 关注 remains the failures recorded in June 2023 and 2024. Although the specific reasons for these failures are not detailed in the summary, the pattern of failing and then passing immediately suggests issues with easily rectified components such as bulbs, wipers, or minor mechanical adjustments. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension system for worn bushes and control arms, as these are common points of failure at this mileage. Given the age of the vehicle, checking for structural corrosion on the sills and exhaust mounting points is also necessary to ensure the recent clean MOT records are not masking underlying rust decay.

AY63 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/06/2025
  • 93,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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AY63 ABU Mileage History

  1. 14/06/202375,111 mi
  2. 15/06/202375,111 mi
  3. 14/06/202484,115 mi+9,004 mi
  4. 14/06/202484,119 mi+4 mi
  5. 09/06/202593,427 mi+9,308 mi

Average of roughly 9,214 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AY63 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 06:59
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Audi A3 (AY63 ABU) between June 2023 and June 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 09 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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