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OV53 LXD

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

108,837 mi
Last recorded108,837 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 LXD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 108,837 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 102,633 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 95,913 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 84,854 miles

Front both wipers deteriorating

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 May 2018 80,040 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

o/s/r tyre wearing close to wear indicator

steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2017 71,729 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 62,497 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 62,415 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,096 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 17 Apr 2014 43,497 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 43,497 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 May 2013 41,943 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 41,029 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 38,735 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 34,879 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 34,879 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 30,118 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 26,798 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 26,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 20,329 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 12,690 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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OV53 LXD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OV53 LXD, 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 OV53 LXD registered?

OV53 LXD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is OV53 LXD safe to buy?

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