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LS53 VHL

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

168,824 mi
Last recorded168,824 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 VHL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 168,824 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 168,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 155,026 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 141,870 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Oct 2010 134,631 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 134,592 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 121,648 miles

full under vehicle cover fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2009 121,648 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

full under vehicle cover fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2007 82,030 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 61,797 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 VHL is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VHL, 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 VHL registered?

LS53 VHL is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is LS53 VHL safe to buy?

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