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BT53 LDO

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,733 mi
Last recorded195,733 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 LDO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 195,733 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2013 168,432 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 166,827 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 140,638 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 140,638 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 119,278 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 119,278 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 100,556 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 100,543 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 92,406 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 85,981 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 60,262 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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BT53 LDO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT53 LDO, 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.

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What year was BT53 LDO registered?

BT53 LDO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is BT53 LDO safe to buy?

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