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LR53 GYK

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

43,081 mi
Last recorded43,081 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 GYK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 43,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55X16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 42,556 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 41,471 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 41,471 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 37,282 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 34,763 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 33,448 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 32,136 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 31,750 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2014 29,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 29,612 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2013 27,615 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 27,615 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 26,524 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 25,077 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 22,685 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 20,111 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 16,762 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 13,214 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 9,533 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 GYK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GYK, 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 GYK registered?

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

Is LR53 GYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 GYK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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