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LR53 AVY

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,129 mi
Last recorded133,129 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 AVY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 133,129 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 121,303 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 110,268 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2014 110,268 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2012 109,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Dec 2012 109,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2011 104,860 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 17 Dec 2010 85,247 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 85,247 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 68,259 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2008 49,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 49,363 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 35,032 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 35,032 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2006 23,149 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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LR53 AVY is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LR53 AVY, 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 LR53 AVY registered?

LR53 AVY is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is LR53 AVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 AVY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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