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LM53 JJZ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

149,585 mi
Last recorded149,585 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 JJZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 149,585 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 148,347 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 148,347 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 145,752 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 145,752 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 135,917 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 135,917 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 128,745 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 117,719 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2013 117,716 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 100,426 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 87,967 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 67,431 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2008 52,030 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 29,909 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 29,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on edges †o/s rear tyre worn on edges

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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LM53 JJZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LM53 JJZ, 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 LM53 JJZ registered?

LM53 JJZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is LM53 JJZ safe to buy?

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