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LT53 YGP

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

185,614 mi
Last recorded185,614 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 YGP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 185,614 miles

Axle deformed but serviceable + corroded (5.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension+bushes worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

o/s +n/s outer sills corroded

underbody floor covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2023 176,534 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring cup arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring cup arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable rear axle corroded (5.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Dec 2021 165,624 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 160,995 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 149,605 miles

Plastic Under Trays Fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2017 136,061 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 112,351 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 99,058 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 90,248 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 78,504 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 68,509 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2010 68,509 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 58,476 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 49,956 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 40,724 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 25,835 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 YGP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YGP, 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.

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What year was LT53 YGP registered?

LT53 YGP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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