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OV53 LYK

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,973 mi
Last recorded142,973 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 142,973 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 142,973 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 135,538 miles

Offside Front console bush retainer distorted

Pass 28 Sep 2016 129,780 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 121,542 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 121,542 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 100,998 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 87,936 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 78,874 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 67,749 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 67,749 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 57,235 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 57,235 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 47,094 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 36,570 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 25,151 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 LYK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LYK, 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 LYK registered?

OV53 LYK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is OV53 LYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 LYK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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