CarVerify

Free Car Check

LS53 NKO

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2027
Tests33 (21 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

88,102 mi
Last recorded88,102 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 NKO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 12 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2026 88,102 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2025 87,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 83,331 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 76,796 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2023 76,796 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 69,867 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 66,843 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside rear lamp unit loose

Fail 23 Oct 2021 66,843 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside rear lamp unit loose

Pass 30 Sep 2020 62,815 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (emission just pass) (strong advice) (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear boot dampers very weak

body work damaged to nearside

rear reg plate deteriorated

Fail 29 Sep 2020 62,815 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm (forward face) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm (forward facing) bush broken/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lamp lens damaged/broken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag warning lamp fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre has a deep tears (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (emission just pass) (strong advice) (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear boot dampers very weak

body work damaged to nearside

eml warning lamp indicate fault (advice)

rear reg plate deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre weraing low +tyre has a serious deep cracks (strong advice)

Pass 2 Oct 2019 59,390 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Oct 2019 59,390 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Oct 2019 59,390 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Oct 2018 55,669 miles

Central front and offside front suspension track control arm inner bush

body work damaged to nearside

rear reg plate slightly deteriorated

excessive exhaust black smoke during the acceleration

Fail 3 Oct 2018 55,669 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen and offside front (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (forward facing) top arm ball joint badly worn (dangerous) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central front and offside front suspension track control arm inner bush

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged and offside rear brake hose pipe deteriorated+cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))

body work damaged to nearside

rear reg plate slightly deteriorated

excessive exhaust black smoke during the acceleration

Pass 27 Sep 2017 52,654 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (strong advice) both rear brake hose pipes has a serious cracks (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (strong advice) nearside front suspension lower bush deteriorated+play (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play and offside track rod ends has a movement/play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush front suspension lower bush deteriorated (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body work damaged to nearside

both front wipers slightly smearing

Fail 27 Sep 2017 52,654 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated and offside front brake hose pipes split (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (strong advice) both rear brake hose pipes has a serious cracks (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (strong advice) nearside front suspension lower bush deteriorated+play (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play and offside track rod ends has a movement/play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush front suspension lower bush deteriorated (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body work damaged to nearside

both front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 15 Sep 2016 49,433 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 46,206 miles

(advice) offside rear inner side lamp bulb not working

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil level low

Pass 2 Sep 2014 42,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has a nail on the outer edge

Fail 2 Sep 2014 42,823 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has a nail on the outer edge

Pass 18 Sep 2013 40,521 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear reg plate slightly deformed

Fail 18 Sep 2013 40,521 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear reg plate slightly deformed

Pass 1 Sep 2012 37,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

air bag light on dash

battery cover loose

nearside wiper smearing slightly

rear number plate slightly deformed

traction control light came on dash during test

Pass 17 Sep 2011 32,901 miles

air bag light on dash

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

slight smearing from offside wiper

Pass 24 Sep 2010 30,322 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

air bag light on

Fail 23 Sep 2010 30,322 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

air bag light on

Pass 23 Sep 2009 27,697 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear tyre has outer sidewall damage, no cord or plys exposed.

Fail 22 Sep 2009 27,696 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear tyre has outer sidewall damage, no cord or plys exposed.

Pass 29 Sep 2008 24,172 miles

rear number plate slightly dirty

Fail 29 Sep 2008 24,172 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

rear number plate slightly dirty

Pass 26 Sep 2007 20,607 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 16,843 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
Full Audi A4 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LS53 NKO is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS53 NKO, 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

How do I check the history of LS53 NKO?

You can check the full history of LS53 NKO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LS53 NKO registered?

LS53 NKO is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is LS53 NKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS53 NKO shows 33 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LS53 NKO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LS53 NKO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.