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OU53 LRF

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

134,489 mi
Last recorded134,489 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 LRF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 134,489 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 21 Sep 2015 123,611 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 113,688 miles

nearside front tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2012 91,685 miles

Advise headlamp patern (Both)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 82,539 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 71,077 miles

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

plastic covers fitted over underside of vehicle

unable to check n/s/o/s/r inner brake pads

Pass 24 Oct 2009 61,560 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2009 61,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 52,997 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 42,253 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 20,373 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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OU53 LRF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OU53 LRF, 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 OU53 LRF registered?

OU53 LRF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is OU53 LRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU53 LRF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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