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LY52 XMM

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

157,492 mi
Last recorded157,492 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 XMM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 157,492 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Sep 2012

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front discs slight wear & n/s/f top mount of shock absorber slight play.

Pass 18 Sep 2012 146,855 miles

front discs slight wear & n/s/f top mount of shock absorber slight play.

Pass 4 Jul 2012 146,725 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2012 146,725 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2011 133,826 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 133,826 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 126,692 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 103,728 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 103,728 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 93,861 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 78,064 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 78,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 59,586 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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LY52 XMM is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LY52 XMM, 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 LY52 XMM registered?

LY52 XMM is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is LY52 XMM safe to buy?

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