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LS53 OEZ

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

191,696 mi
Last recorded191,696 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 OEZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 191,696 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2017 177,613 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 149,830 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 118,447 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 110,716 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 102,820 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 89,604 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2011 89,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 81,288 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 71,427 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 56,934 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 56,934 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 40,721 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 38,571 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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LS53 OEZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LS53 OEZ, 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 LS53 OEZ registered?

LS53 OEZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is LS53 OEZ safe to buy?

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