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LV53 UBH

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

105,929 mi
Last recorded105,929 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 UBH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2020 105,929 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 105,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 103,574 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 96,804 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 96,761 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 91,386 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 91,384 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2017 91,380 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 85,715 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 78,059 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 70,939 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Oct 2014 70,804 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 60,076 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 52,013 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 45,624 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 38,480 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 31,452 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 31,452 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,523 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 22,597 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 20 Nov 2006 18,063 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 UBH is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 UBH, 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 UBH?

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What year was LV53 UBH registered?

LV53 UBH is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is LV53 UBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 UBH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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