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LR53 ARF

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,535 mi
Last recorded142,535 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 ARF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 142,535 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner, both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner, both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 142,268 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel badly damaged A (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel badly damaged A (4.2.A.1a)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner, both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner, both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 134,065 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 116,605 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 99,938 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 83,420 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 66,004 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 66,004 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 49,588 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 30,771 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 21,120 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 16,477 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 14,035 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 14,035 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 11,827 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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LR53 ARF is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 100,003 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR53 ARF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR53 ARF registered?

LR53 ARF is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is LR53 ARF safe to buy?

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