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LY53 FXK

2003 Audi A4

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

86,215 mi
Last recorded86,215 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 FXK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 86,215 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 82,303 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 79,799 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded inner faces on outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 76,108 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 73,273 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 71,432 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 70,056 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 66,151 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2017 61,656 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 57,288 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 51,335 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 42,030 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 36,281 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 30,693 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 26,199 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 20,460 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 13,671 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 10,858 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 9,320 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 12,967 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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LY53 FXK is a 2003 Audi A4 in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LY53 FXK, 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 LY53 FXK registered?

LY53 FXK is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is LY53 FXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 FXK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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