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LL03 OWC

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

107,324 mi
Last recorded107,324 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL03 OWC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 107,324 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 107,314 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 103,794 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 100,526 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 97,879 miles

engine cover and plastic under trays fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2019 97,854 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Oct 2018 94,481 miles

advise on slight movement in nearside front suspension arm forward facing mounting bush

offside front driveshaft outer c/v gaiter slightly damaged by clip area

Fail 4 Oct 2018 94,481 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

advise on slight movement in nearside front suspension arm forward facing mounting bush

engine oil low

offside front driveshaft outer c/v gaiter slightly damaged by clip area

Pass 7 Oct 2017 84,453 miles

offside door mirror glass cracked

under tray +engine cover fitted obscure some components

Fail 3 Oct 2017 84,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure headlamp lower muonting bracket broken (1.7.3)

offside door mirror glass cracked

under tray +engine cover fitted obscure some components

Pass 1 Oct 2016 77,502 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 72,289 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 65,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 62,143 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 58,204 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 53,871 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 49,724 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 46,177 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 43,132 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 38,951 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 33,483 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 33,476 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LL03 OWC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LL03 OWC, 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 LL03 OWC registered?

LL03 OWC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is LL03 OWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL03 OWC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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