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LR03 ULC

2003 Audi A2

Black Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

233,390 mi
Last recorded233,390 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 ULC
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 233,390 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays

Pass 16 Jan 2024 225,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under trays

Pass 5 Jan 2023 219,723 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers

Fail 5 Jan 2023 219,723 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sill covers

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 216,946 miles

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

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

under trays

Pass 8 Jan 2021 214,910 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 8 Jan 2021 214,910 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 210,695 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 204,429 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 204,429 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 193,943 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 193,277 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 172,237 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 147,540 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 139,145 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s handbrake cable in poor condition

Pass 28 Mar 2013 127,635 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 116,070 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 116,070 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 102,857 miles

both front inner driveshaft gaiters insecure

Pass 12 Apr 2010 90,962 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 90,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 78,790 miles

Oil leak

offside rear shocker dust cover insercure

Pass 9 Apr 2008 65,896 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 52,562 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 38,295 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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LR03 ULC is a 2003 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR03 ULC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR03 ULC registered?

LR03 ULC is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is LR03 ULC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 ULC shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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