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Audi A4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LC53 SYVMOT history

LC53 SYV is a grey petrol Audi A4 first used on 14 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 164,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LC53 SYV grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
164,839 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 SYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 SYV was last recorded at 164,839 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 1,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,088 miles · 26 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,751 miles
Average per year
7,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,839 miles
  • 2024 – 163,088 miles
  • 2023 – 158,490 miles
  • 2022 – 149,849 miles
  • 2018 – 143,987 miles
  • 2017 – 135,557 miles
  • 2016 – 129,096 miles
  • 2015 – 122,563 miles
  • 2014 – 119,279 miles
  • 2013 – 116,298 miles
  • 2012 – 110,839 miles
  • 2011 – 98,757 miles
  • 2010 – 89,867 miles
  • 2009 – 77,752 miles
  • 2008 – 57,088 miles
  • 2007 – 26,821 miles
  • 2006 – 19,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,839 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,839 miles (+1,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,839 miles
    Test number
    347265493766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,088 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    163,088 miles
    Test number
    974192815934
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail163,086 miles (+4,596)1 dangerous19 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,086 miles
    Test number
    408077856474
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass158,490 miles (+8,641)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    158,490 miles
    Test number
    697402035253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass149,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    149,849 miles
    Test number
    381571458862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail149,849 miles (+5,862)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,849 miles
    Test number
    645897820911
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,987 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    143,987 miles
    Test number
    998353350654
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail143,985 miles (+8,428)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,985 miles
    Test number
    632502026938
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,557 miles (+6,461)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    135,557 miles
    Test number
    774826037808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

  10. Pass129,096 miles (+6,533)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    129,096 miles
    Test number
    134120635320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,563 miles (+3,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    122,563 miles
    Test number
    320034450706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge . (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass119,279 miles (+2,981)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    119,279 miles
    Test number
    755192314388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass116,298 miles (+5,459)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    116,298 miles
    Test number
    119953813329
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSome corrosion in mid silencer
    • NoteSome corrosion present on all four brake discs

  14. Pass110,839 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    110,839 miles
    Test number
    816407092290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail110,839 miles (+12,082)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,839 miles
    Test number
    247957992288
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass98,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    98,757 miles
    Test number
    189688151269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail98,757 miles (+8,890)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,757 miles
    Test number
    916068451293
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass89,867 miles (+12,115)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    89,867 miles
    Test number
    730729850207
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass77,752 miles (+20,664)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,752 miles
    Test number
    944030069296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing in centre of tread

  20. Pass57,088 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    57,088 miles
    Test number
    423853228452
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail57,075 miles (+30,254)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,075 miles
    Test number
    772653528386
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass26,821 miles (+6,946)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,821 miles
    Test number
    672268897209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,875 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    19,875 miles
    Test number
    223470306368
    • NoteAll tyres worn down on inner edge
    • NoteOffside wiper starting to split

Questions about LC53 SYV

Does LC53 SYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC53 SYV is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC53 SYV?
The MOT on LC53 SYV is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC53 SYV done?
LC53 SYV was recorded at 164,839 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 7,611 miles a year.
Has LC53 SYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 SYV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LC53 SYV 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 LC53 SYV find?
LC53 SYV passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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