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Audi A4

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LB53 BKLMOT history

LB53 BKL is a black petrol Audi A4 first used on 1 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2025
Mileage
150,228 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BKL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BKL was last recorded at 150,228 miles on 28 Nov 2024, 741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,487 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
741 miles
Average per year
5,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,228 miles
  • 2023 – 149,487 miles
  • 2022 – 148,339 miles
  • 2021 – 146,577 miles
  • 2020 – 145,429 miles
  • 2019 – 141,342 miles
  • 2018 – 138,242 miles
  • 2016 – 133,617 miles
  • 2015 – 130,194 miles
  • 2014 – 126,409 miles
  • 2013 – 122,436 miles
  • 2012 – 115,605 miles
  • 2011 – 108,479 miles
  • 2010 – 99,383 miles
  • 2009 – 92,639 miles
  • 2008 – 85,515 miles
  • 2006 – 55,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,228 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,228 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    150,228 miles
    Test number
    998579427642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail150,228 miles (+741)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,228 miles
    Test number
    570665219030
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass149,487 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    149,487 miles
    Test number
    527507148632
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail149,478 miles (+1,139)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,478 miles
    Test number
    767831268978
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass148,339 miles (+1,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    148,339 miles
    Test number
    660520582048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass146,577 miles (+1,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,577 miles
    Test number
    765228169066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass145,429 miles (+4,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,429 miles
    Test number
    414752175888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass141,342 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,342 miles
    Test number
    755093428788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail141,339 miles (+3,097)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,339 miles
    Test number
    383445350621
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass138,242 miles (+4,625)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,242 miles
    Test number
    876704989284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass133,617 miles (+3,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    133,617 miles
    Test number
    405378214833
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass130,194 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    130,194 miles
    Test number
    393682279311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,409 miles (+3,973)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    126,409 miles
    Test number
    586689634380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    122,436 miles
    Test number
    838640443385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,436 miles (+6,831)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,436 miles
    Test number
    978318033310
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass115,605 miles (+7,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    115,605 miles
    Test number
    506893732340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass108,479 miles (+9,096)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    108,479 miles
    Test number
    957833831313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,383 miles (+6,744)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,383 miles
    Test number
    441862780178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,639 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,639 miles
    Test number
    212845779438
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

  20. Pass92,639 miles (+7,124)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,639 miles
    Test number
    440645279171
    • NoteFRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

  21. Pass85,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    85,515 miles
    Test number
    803351778169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail85,515 miles (+29,983)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,515 miles
    Test number
    933141378186
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass55,532 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    55,532 miles
    Test number
    734470246333
    • NoteNearside front lower spot lamp glass slightly damaged

Questions about LB53 BKL

Does LB53 BKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 BKL expired on 2 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BKL?
The MOT on LB53 BKL expired on 2 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 BKL done?
LB53 BKL was recorded at 150,228 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2024, an average of 5,267 miles a year.
Has LB53 BKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BKL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 BKL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 BKL find?
LB53 BKL passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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