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LC52 PZH

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,998 mi
Last recorded146,998 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 PZH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 146,998 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 146,997 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 142,734 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 140,511 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 138,304 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 135,572 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 132,582 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 128,048 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 122,691 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 116,968 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 112,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s/r brake disc pitted

Pass 11 Feb 2011 108,196 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

off side front suspention bush rear bush split

Pass 11 Feb 2010 102,893 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 98,692 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 93,413 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 93,411 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 83,832 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 83,832 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 70,169 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 70,154 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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LC52 PZH is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LC52 PZH, 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 LC52 PZH registered?

LC52 PZH is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 January 2003.

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