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LV53 LHW

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

130,102 mi
Last recorded130,102 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 LHW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2018 130,102 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 117,882 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 104,371 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 101,820 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 101,715 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 97,759 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 93,492 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 88,813 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)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 85,406 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 76,427 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 67,805 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2008 54,562 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 42,509 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 30,339 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 30,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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 LHW is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LHW, 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 LHW registered?

LV53 LHW is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is LV53 LHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 LHW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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