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YK53 LBX

2003 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

111,479 mi
Last recorded111,479 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 LBX
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 111,479 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 111,452 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 102,972 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 99,215 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 95,018 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 90,738 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake effort imbalance

Pass 10 Aug 2020 87,222 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn and pitted on inside faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 83,935 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 79,121 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,112 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 70,910 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 67,849 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 63,123 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 58,127 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 55,432 miles

n/s and o/s rear shock absorber dust covers adrift

Pass 2 Sep 2011 51,975 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 44,318 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 36,579 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 28,321 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 13 Aug 2007 20,373 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 15,901 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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YK53 LBX is a 2003 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK53 LBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK53 LBX registered?

YK53 LBX is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is YK53 LBX safe to buy?

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