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LX03 VCM

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,476 mi
Last recorded125,476 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 VCM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 125,476 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Undertrays- obscuring view of some components

Pass 28 Mar 2025 123,603 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 5 Apr 2024 122,719 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished sidewalls + cracked edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 27 Mar 2024 122,712 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished sidewalls + cracked edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 21 Mar 2023 121,490 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking outer edge + perished sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 24 Mar 2022 119,250 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear tyre starting to misshape

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 24 Mar 2022 119,250 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear tyre starting to misshape

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 25 Mar 2021 118,000 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 17 Mar 2020 117,260 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both lightly wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 28 Mar 2019 114,155 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under shields fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2019 114,148 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure lumped at site of puncture repair also below legal limit in that area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under shields fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2018 110,162 miles

Covers Fitted

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2018 110,162 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

Covers Fitted

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

Nearside Rear Brake Binding Slightly

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 104,771 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 98,914 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 94,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2015 94,096 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 88,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2013 81,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 74,306 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil Level Low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2011 67,280 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 58,776 miles

Sill & Floorpan Covers fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2010 58,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Sill & Floorpan Covers fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2009 50,760 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 44,911 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 38,167 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 29,038 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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LX03 VCM is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 LX03 VCM, 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 LX03 VCM registered?

LX03 VCM is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is LX03 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 VCM shows 27 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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