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OV53 LYJ

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

95,759 mi
Last recorded95,759 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 LYJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 95,759 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 95,755 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 94,594 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 89,554 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 85,073 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 80,842 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 80,842 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

vehicle overheating

Pass 30 Sep 2016 77,460 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 74,084 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2014 68,979 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 62,975 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 56,401 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 50,066 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 50,066 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 45,864 miles

N/S/R and O/S/R tyres slightly cracked

Pass 1 Oct 2009 41,620 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 38,121 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 30,336 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 21,387 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 LYJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LYJ, 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 LYJ registered?

OV53 LYJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is OV53 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 LYJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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