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AV53 LBJ

2003 Audi A3

Brown Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,158 mi
Last recorded96,158 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 LBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 96,158 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 86,866 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 85,286 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 81,342 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 77,820 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 77,819 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 70,588 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 61,819 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 51,223 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 40,238 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 40,238 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 28,914 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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AV53 LBJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Brown with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV53 LBJ, 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 AV53 LBJ registered?

AV53 LBJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is AV53 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 LBJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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