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LG53 KKJ

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,164 mi
Last recorded52,164 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 KKJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 52,164 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 51,544 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 50,461 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components corroded

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2024 50,461 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components corroded

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2023 48,339 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 47,071 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 46,175 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 45,858 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 45,435 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 44,861 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 43,934 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 42,794 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 41,975 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 39,155 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 36,487 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 34,528 miles

ADVISE! Both rear tyres have cracking to the inner sidewalls...

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 32,382 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 30,118 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 27,663 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 27,663 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 25,449 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 22,230 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,405 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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LG53 KKJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LG53 KKJ, 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 LG53 KKJ registered?

LG53 KKJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LG53 KKJ safe to buy?

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