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FV52 LEU

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,108 mi
Last recorded148,108 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 LEU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 148,108 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 141,530 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 141,530 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 135,389 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 129,515 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 122,799 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 113,426 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 105,842 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 105,797 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 99,702 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 98,217 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 96,063 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 87,669 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 87,635 miles

front brake discs sligtly worn

nearside rear anti rollbar link worn

offside front cv boot weeping

rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded on inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2007 86,400 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 59,879 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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FV52 LEU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV52 LEU, 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 FV52 LEU registered?

FV52 LEU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is FV52 LEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 LEU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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