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LG53 ODH

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

140,721 mi
Last recorded140,721 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 140,721 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edges

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 136,979 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 133,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 129,927 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 125,815 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 121,129 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 117,033 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 115,943 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 115,943 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 111,337 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 105,868 miles

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

nearside headlamp requires attention

nearside rear brake has slight imbalance

Pass 11 Sep 2015 101,022 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 96,847 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 88,934 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 80,807 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 71,927 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 61,802 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 49,190 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2008 38,419 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 27,432 miles

n/side door mirror cracked

Pass 30 Aug 2006 16,605 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 ODH is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 ODH, 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 LG53 ODH registered?

LG53 ODH is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is LG53 ODH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 ODH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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