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LV53 DSY

2003 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

141,732 mi
Last recorded141,732 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi S389,796 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 DSY
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 141,732 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 140,133 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 139,731 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 139,192 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 137,038 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 135,494 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 130,430 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 125,719 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 113,820 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 100,451 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 97,141 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 97,141 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 93,122 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 89,177 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 86,515 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 85,115 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 78,165 miles

corrosion on all discs

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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LV53 DSY is a 2003 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 89,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV53 DSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV53 DSY registered?

LV53 DSY is a 2003 Audi S3, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is LV53 DSY safe to buy?

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