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LV03 PZE

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

121,707 mi
Last recorded121,707 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 PZE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 121,707 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 120,259 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 111,658 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 105,731 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 100,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 100,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 94,678 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 94,678 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 79,035 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 63,895 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 44,630 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 41,527 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 38,043 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 38,043 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 36,331 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 33,601 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 30,680 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 26,991 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

engine undershield fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted n/s/r.

Pass 30 Mar 2009 21,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Apr 2008 16,273 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 11,667 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 8,243 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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LV03 PZE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LV03 PZE, 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 LV03 PZE registered?

LV03 PZE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is LV03 PZE safe to buy?

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