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LV53 DDJ

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

120,418 mi
Last recorded120,418 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 DDJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 120,418 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 114,144 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 106,320 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 100,481 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 91,246 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 79,240 miles

Both rear tyres BADLY cracked and perished.

Fail 8 Oct 2011 67,682 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 67,682 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 57,935 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 43,792 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 33,057 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 24,624 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 15,517 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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LV53 DDJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LV53 DDJ, 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 LV53 DDJ registered?

LV53 DDJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is LV53 DDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 DDJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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