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LV53 LXH

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

136,994 mi
Last recorded136,994 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 LXH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 136,994 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 136,994 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 129,331 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 119,967 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 119,967 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 112,391 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 103,953 miles

Engine light on

Items removed from drivers view

Pass 24 Aug 2015 94,845 miles

O/s/rear seat belt slow retracting

Pass 26 Aug 2014 86,903 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 86,900 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 78,820 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 68,367 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 58,001 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 53,934 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 53,934 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)

Fail 26 Sep 2009 50,686 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 50,686 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 47,973 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 43,909 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 43,134 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 34,641 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 34,641 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 LXH is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LXH, 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

How do I check the history of LV53 LXH?

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What year was LV53 LXH registered?

LV53 LXH is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is LV53 LXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 LXH shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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