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Audi A2

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LC53 SYWMOT history

LC53 SYW is a red petrol Audi A2 first used on 4 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 118,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

LC53 SYW red Audi A2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
118,840 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 SYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A2
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 SYW was last recorded at 118,840 miles on 1 May 2025, 1,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,351 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,489 miles
Average per year
5,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,840 miles
  • 2024 – 117,351 miles
  • 2023 – 115,075 miles
  • 2022 – 113,914 miles
  • 2021 – 107,995 miles
  • 2020 – 104,755 miles
  • 2019 – 99,587 miles
  • 2018 – 94,554 miles
  • 2017 – 89,626 miles
  • 2015 – 82,325 miles
  • 2014 – 75,795 miles
  • 2013 – 71,504 miles
  • 2012 – 65,123 miles
  • 2011 – 57,910 miles
  • 2010 – 51,155 miles
  • 2009 – 44,625 miles
  • 2008 – 37,792 miles
  • 2007 – 30,731 miles
  • 2006 – 21,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,840 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Under engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,840 miles (+1,489)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    118,840 miles
    Test number
    812264448009
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Under engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass117,351 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    117,351 miles
    Test number
    302097128154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail117,313 miles (+2,238)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,313 miles
    Test number
    250031086100
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,075 miles (+1,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    115,075 miles
    Test number
    782805489412
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass113,914 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,914 miles
    Test number
    621749472169
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail113,913 miles (+1,860)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,913 miles
    Test number
    256868615933
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement lever on caliper (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass112,053 miles (+109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,053 miles
    Test number
    251848047520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail111,944 miles (+3,949)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,944 miles
    Test number
    461825483809
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass107,995 miles (+3,240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,995 miles
    Test number
    976052877759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass104,755 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,755 miles
    Test number
    341655224211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail104,754 miles (+5,167)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,754 miles
    Test number
    944437805066
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass99,587 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,587 miles
    Test number
    163266751526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,554 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,554 miles
    Test number
    815938588720
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Deep Cut To Outer Sidewall-Cords Not Visible
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVarious Outer Sidewall Damage Nearside Front Tyre

  14. Fail94,554 miles (+4,928)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,554 miles
    Test number
    701238891038
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Deep Cut To Outer Sidewall-Cords Not Visible
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVarious Outer Sidewall Damage Nearside Front Tyre

  15. Pass89,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,626 miles
    Test number
    974555801554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,626 miles (+7,301)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,626 miles
    Test number
    207910122462
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass82,325 miles (+6,530)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,325 miles
    Test number
    536912453008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,795 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    75,795 miles
    Test number
    615529644370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,504 miles (+6,381)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,504 miles
    Test number
    778629683237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,123 miles (+7,213)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,123 miles
    Test number
    167133782239
    • NoteCondensation in headlamps

  21. Pass57,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,910 miles
    Test number
    308379671457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,910 miles (+6,755)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,910 miles
    Test number
    175769971266
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note185/50r15
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly corroed and pitted
    • NoteNearside front washer jet not working

  23. Pass51,155 miles (+6,530)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    51,155 miles
    Test number
    403658280295
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

  24. Pass44,625 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,625 miles
    Test number
    290434999221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,792 miles (+7,061)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,792 miles
    Test number
    754371798238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,731 miles (+8,846)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,731 miles
    Test number
    864231297291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,885 miles
    Test number
    212379496263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 SYW

Does LC53 SYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 SYW expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 SYW?
The MOT on LC53 SYW expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 SYW done?
LC53 SYW was recorded at 118,840 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 5,237 miles a year.
Has LC53 SYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 SYW has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LC53 SYW 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 SYW find?
LC53 SYW passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front oil leak, but not excessive under engine., and 4 more.

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