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LX03 VDV

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

111,952 mi
Last recorded111,952 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 VDV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 111,952 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 100,498 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 94,334 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 88,301 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 75,354 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 75,005 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 73,935 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 72,186 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 69,675 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 66,798 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 64,401 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 61,910 miles

Both front tyres deteriorated/Cracking

Nearside rear tyre deteriorated/cracking

Pass 28 Feb 2014 59,802 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 59,802 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 57,928 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 55,305 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 52,282 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 49,253 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 46,010 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,151 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 32,371 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 16 Mar 2006 28,226 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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LX03 VDV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LX03 VDV, 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 LX03 VDV registered?

LX03 VDV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is LX03 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 VDV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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