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LV53 LGC

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

134,468 mi
Last recorded134,468 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 134,468 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 130,587 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 130,580 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 126,130 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 123,171 miles

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

nearside rear Tyre outer wall deteriorated both front links slight play

Pass 15 Sep 2014 115,145 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 106,349 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 97,025 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s/r tyre devoid of tread inner edge

Fail 20 Jun 2012 97,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s/r tyre devoid of tread inner edge

Pass 7 Sep 2011 86,614 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 86,614 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 76,647 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 76,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 55,847 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 39,256 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 39,256 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 29,533 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 LGC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LGC, 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 LV53 LGC registered?

LV53 LGC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is LV53 LGC safe to buy?

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