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LT53 HYC

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

152,573 mi
Last recorded152,573 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 HYC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 152,573 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 135,845 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 120,494 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 120,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 104,493 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 96,679 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 96,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 79,513 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 79,502 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 73,095 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 9 Sep 2010 73,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 31 Aug 2009 63,942 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 53,610 miles

offside front tyre worn on inside

Pass 27 Nov 2007 49,965 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 40,186 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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LT53 HYC 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 73.3%.

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 LT53 HYC, 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 LT53 HYC registered?

LT53 HYC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is LT53 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 HYC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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