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LS53 VHZ

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

140,199 mi
Last recorded140,199 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 140,199 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 123,473 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 123,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 113,500 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2016 103,568 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 99,669 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 99,669 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 95,858 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 91,211 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 91,211 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 87,016 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 87,016 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 80,254 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 70,534 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 70,534 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 60,893 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 48,357 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 35,589 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 26,676 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 VHZ is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VHZ, 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 LS53 VHZ registered?

LS53 VHZ is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 19 November 2003.

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