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LGZ 980

2020 Audi A3

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,555 mi
Last recorded20,555 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2020 Audi A332,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGZ 980
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 20,555 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2026 20,555 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

epc light on

Pass 24 Mar 2025 18,275 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 18,008 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 17,993 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 17,939 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 14,557 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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LGZ 980 is a 2020 Audi A3 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2020 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 32,164 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LGZ 980, 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 6 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LGZ 980?

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What year was LGZ 980 registered?

LGZ 980 is a 2020 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 2020.

Is LGZ 980 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGZ 980 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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