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LV53 DFC

2003 Audi A4

Grey Petrol 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,735 mi
Last recorded138,735 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 DFC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2023 138,735 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts NEAR O2 SENCER (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2022 54,185 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 47,020 miles

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 45,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 43,918 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 43,284 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 42,499 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 42,499 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 40,814 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 39,208 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 37,670 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 37,670 miles

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

center brake light not working

Pass 22 Mar 2013 37,291 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2011 34,772 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 33,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 33,476 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 29,229 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 23,499 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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LV53 DFC is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,976cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LV53 DFC, 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 LV53 DFC registered?

LV53 DFC is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is LV53 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 DFC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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