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LT53 SYC

2003 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

189,278 mi
Last recorded189,278 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 SYC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 189,278 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 181,935 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 168,936 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around (3.5.1g)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 154,806 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 148,826 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 148,826 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 138,604 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 2 Sep 2013 138,604 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 3 Sep 2012 131,765 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 121,335 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 109,318 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 90,254 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 76,009 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 67,981 miles

both front brake discs slight wear

both front tyres wearing on edges

both rear brake discs slight wear

Pass 4 Aug 2006 53,059 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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LT53 SYC is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LT53 SYC, 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 LT53 SYC registered?

LT53 SYC is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LT53 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 SYC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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