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LV53 DDU

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

189,531 mi
Last recorded189,531 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 189,531 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 173,871 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 160,500 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 142,995 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 115,234 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 30 Jul 2013 110,651 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 107,481 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 107,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 102,560 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 94,573 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 86,611 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 86,611 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 77,107 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 58,064 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 58,064 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 DDU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DDU, 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 DDU registered?

LV53 DDU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is LV53 DDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 DDU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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