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LR53 DVT

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

150,836 mi
Last recorded150,836 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 150,836 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2021 150,835 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 146,093 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 140,770 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 4 Nov 2019 140,764 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated, (0.1 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 1 Nov 2018 134,724 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 128,645 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2017 128,645 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 123,121 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2016 123,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted upside down, (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 116,911 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 116,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 110,436 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 25 Oct 2014 110,237 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 102,258 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 94,680 miles

EM light on

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 94,680 miles

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

EM light on

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 88,029 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)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 79,672 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 72,449 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 65,573 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 58,373 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 50,063 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 DVT is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 DVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR53 DVT registered?

LR53 DVT is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is LR53 DVT safe to buy?

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