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AR03 LDZ

2003 Audi A3

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

12,036 mi
Last recorded12,036 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR03 LDZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 12,036 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 12,019 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 11,941 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 11,814 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 11,423 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 11,022 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 11,022 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 10,628 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 10,138 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 9,694 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 9,213 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 8,696 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 8,286 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 7,744 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 7,140 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 6,535 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 5,982 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 5,037 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 3,851 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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AR03 LDZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AR03 LDZ, 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 AR03 LDZ registered?

AR03 LDZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is AR03 LDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR03 LDZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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