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OV53 LZE

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

103,839 mi
Last recorded103,839 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 LZE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 103,839 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 3 May 2018 103,839 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 103,718 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 88,772 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 88,772 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 85,261 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 85,261 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 79,274 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 79,274 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 74,820 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 70,845 miles

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 70,845 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 65,511 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 65,511 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 60,825 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 55,163 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 49,028 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 43,132 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 32,111 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 LZE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 OV53 LZE, 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 LZE registered?

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

Is OV53 LZE safe to buy?

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