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LS53 OHV

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

177,728 mi
Last recorded177,728 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 OHV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 177,728 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 168,649 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 168,649 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 164,129 miles

Brake discs wearing

Noise from engine

Oil leaks

Smell of fuel no sign of leak due to engine covers fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2016 164,110 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage insecure Offside front (2.4.G.1)

Brake hose excessively deteriorated Nearside front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose excessively deteriorated Offside front (3.6.B.4d)

Direction indicator incorrect colour Nearside rear (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Nearside (1.8.A.1b)

Brake discs wearing

Noise from engine

Oil leaks

Smell of fuel no sign of leak due to engine covers fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2015 147,977 miles

NSF Washer jet not suppling much water, advise service or replace.

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2015 147,701 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

NSF Washer jet not suppling much water, advise service or replace.

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 125,524 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2013 115,000 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)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 114,898 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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 25 Jul 2012 105,237 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 94,507 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 27 Jul 2010 85,219 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front screen scratched n/side

Pass 30 Jul 2009 78,902 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 72,402 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 68,287 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 58,483 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 58,483 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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LS53 OHV is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 OHV, 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.

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What year was LS53 OHV registered?

LS53 OHV is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is LS53 OHV safe to buy?

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