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LC53 ZUD

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,905 mi
Last recorded75,905 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 ZUD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 75,905 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2018 75,905 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 70,740 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 63,596 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2016 65,456 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 60,755 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 58,029 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 55,325 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 55,325 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2013 41,125 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 39,868 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2011 35,869 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2010 31,893 miles

bonnet cable very stiff

Pass 1 Jun 2009 30,264 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 25,096 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 22,169 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 22,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in rear tyre

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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LC53 ZUD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LC53 ZUD, 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 LC53 ZUD registered?

LC53 ZUD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is LC53 ZUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 ZUD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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