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LG53 RZE

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,678 mi
Last recorded111,678 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 RZE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 111,678 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 106,860 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 98,096 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 98,096 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)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 83,524 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 73,698 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 63,968 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 58,276 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 25 Oct 2010 58,276 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 54,161 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 47,617 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 45,535 miles

OSF tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 2 Oct 2007 43,530 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c) DANGEROUS

OSF tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2006 36,876 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 RZE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RZE, 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 RZE registered?

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

Is LG53 RZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 RZE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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