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LY52 VPU

2003 Audi A4

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,331 mi
Last recorded125,331 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 VPU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 125,331 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2026 125,331 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 123,015 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2025 123,014 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 120,338 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 118,516 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 118,516 miles

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 117,913 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 116,897 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 116,897 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing around treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing around treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 115,245 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 110,786 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 102,828 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 96,435 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 96,382 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 91,708 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 91,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 86,680 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 81,751 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 75,372 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 70,384 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 64,340 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 58,039 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 46,955 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 38,044 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 29,620 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 22,460 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LY52 VPU is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol 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 LY52 VPU, 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 LY52 VPU registered?

LY52 VPU is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is LY52 VPU safe to buy?

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