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LV53 VBO

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

137,841 mi
Last recorded137,841 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 VBO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 137,841 miles

engine light illuminated

front and rear brake discs corroded

n/s head light top bracket broken but head light still secure

o/s/ headlight top bracket broken but headlight still secure

slight play in n/s/f anti-roll bar end link

Fail 24 Feb 2017 137,841 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine light illuminated

front and rear brake discs corroded

n/s head light top bracket broken but head light still secure

o/s/ headlight top bracket broken but headlight still secure

slight play in n/s/f anti-roll bar end link

Pass 22 Jan 2016 125,127 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 119,779 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 115,101 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 112,677 miles

both front tyres worn on the edges

Fail 26 Jun 2012 112,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front tyres worn on the edges

Pass 1 Jul 2011 95,438 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 93,050 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 90,212 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 86,729 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 82,958 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 81,085 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 VBO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VBO, 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 VBO registered?

LV53 VBO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is LV53 VBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 VBO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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