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LV53 LFW

2003 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,389 mi
Last recorded97,389 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 LFW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 97,389 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 97,389 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55r16 (4.1.D.1b)

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

N/s/f tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Pass 1 Apr 2016 92,472 miles

engine management light on

exhaust system rusty

fuel cap sealing ring perishing

near side front valve stem perishing

off side front valve stem perishing

various oil leaks

Pass 26 Feb 2015 87,139 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2015 87,136 miles

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 82,742 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 77,992 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 76,355 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 76,272 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 69,406 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Oct 2010 61,461 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 61,371 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 52,897 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 52,685 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2008 42,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Sep 2008 42,786 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Sep 2007 34,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres splitting

Pass 15 Sep 2006 27,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 LFW is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LV53 LFW, 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 LFW registered?

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

Is LV53 LFW safe to buy?

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