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LR53 JWL

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,184 mi
Last recorded87,184 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 JWL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 87,184 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2016 87,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 76,532 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 69,940 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 69,940 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 64,429 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 59,031 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 59,031 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 Oct 2010 53,915 miles

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

offside rear tyre pressure low

Fail 4 Oct 2010 53,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

offside rear tyre pressure low

Pass 2 Sep 2009 49,246 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 49,246 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 46,509 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 46,509 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 42,941 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 JWL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 JWL, 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 JWL registered?

LR53 JWL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is LR53 JWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 JWL shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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