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LM53 PBV

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

140,150 mi
Last recorded140,150 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 PBV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 140,150 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 136,910 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 130,395 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 126,024 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 120,276 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 115,674 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 112,363 miles

advise on the condition of front anti roll bar link arm bushes recommend replacement

Pass 14 Aug 2018 108,617 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 99,292 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 86,850 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 86,847 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 78,230 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 74,420 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 71,751 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 65,595 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 1 Jul 2011 61,255 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 46,126 miles

Engine management lamp on

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 35,704 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Sep 2007 29,840 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 27,578 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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LM53 PBV is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM53 PBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM53 PBV registered?

LM53 PBV is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is LM53 PBV safe to buy?

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