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LR53 DVX

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

76,739 mi
Last recorded76,739 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 DVX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 76,739 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 73,418 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 70,650 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 70,413 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 70,151 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 69,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 69,660 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 69,098 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 66,622 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 65,545 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 64,680 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 63,879 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 62,516 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 55,370 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 55,370 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 46,514 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)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 39,098 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 37,267 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 32,277 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 24,576 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 7,509 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 6,584 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 DVX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LR53 DVX, 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

How do I check the history of LR53 DVX?

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What year was LR53 DVX registered?

LR53 DVX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is LR53 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 DVX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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