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LR53 VFE

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

183,255 mi
Last recorded183,255 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VFE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 183,255 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 179,006 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 172,078 miles

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

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 162,269 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 153,289 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 153,289 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2013 147,724 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 147,724 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 141,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 141,723 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 131,220 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 115,450 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 99,981 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 99,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 94,130 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 89,311 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 85,120 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 64,613 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 VFE is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VFE, 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 VFE registered?

LR53 VFE is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is LR53 VFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VFE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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