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Audi A4

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LR53 BGXMOT history

LR53 BGX is a silver petrol Audi A4 first used on 23 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 65,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

LR53 BGX silver Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
65,587 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BGX was last recorded at 65,587 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,531 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,056 miles
Average per year
2,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,587 miles
  • 2025 – 64,531 miles
  • 2024 – 63,625 miles
  • 2023 – 62,671 miles
  • 2022 – 61,864 miles
  • 2021 – 61,114 miles
  • 2020 – 60,383 miles
  • 2019 – 59,326 miles
  • 2018 – 57,835 miles
  • 2017 – 55,455 miles
  • 2016 – 52,942 miles
  • 2015 – 50,261 miles
  • 2014 – 47,907 miles
  • 2013 – 45,473 miles
  • 2012 – 42,599 miles
  • 2011 – 39,571 miles
  • 2010 – 36,910 miles
  • 2008 – 27,299 miles
  • 2007 – 21,955 miles
  • 2006 – 16,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,587 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F and O/S/F upper suspension arms. (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,587 miles (+1,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    65,587 miles
    Test number
    549353813629
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F and O/S/F upper suspension arms. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass64,531 miles (+906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    64,531 miles
    Test number
    254002123542
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F and O/S/F. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,625 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    63,625 miles
    Test number
    779980597944
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail63,625 miles (+954)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,625 miles
    Test number
    195088372371
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass62,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    62,671 miles
    Test number
    286544363962
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f and n/s/f upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f and n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail62,671 miles (+807)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,671 miles
    Test number
    663360156693
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f and n/s/f upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f and n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass61,864 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    61,864 miles
    Test number
    817796013037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,114 miles
    Test number
    391330079359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,114 miles (+731)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,114 miles
    Test number
    676186477488
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass60,383 miles (+1,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,383 miles
    Test number
    496774843097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass59,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,326 miles
    Test number
    251867528897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,325 miles (+1,490)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,325 miles
    Test number
    713703324442
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass57,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,835 miles
    Test number
    635524908352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,835 miles (+2,380)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,835 miles
    Test number
    488543015785
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass55,455 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    55,455 miles
    Test number
    735723627550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tyre is cracking (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail55,455 miles (+2,513)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,455 miles
    Test number
    852925591790
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tyre is cracking (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    196795683347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,942 miles (+2,681)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    747379051300
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Fail50,261 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,261 miles
    Test number
    289995015288
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass50,261 miles (+2,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,261 miles
    Test number
    809375115269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail47,907 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,907 miles
    Test number
    576253024295
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass47,907 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    47,907 miles
    Test number
    868303924258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,473 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,473 miles
    Test number
    539616323266
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass45,473 miles (+2,874)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    45,473 miles
    Test number
    666566923230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,599 miles
    Test number
    146144522218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail42,599 miles (+3,028)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,599 miles
    Test number
    619574822215
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass39,571 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    39,571 miles
    Test number
    957125911246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,910 miles
    Test number
    353892470249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail36,910 miles (+9,611)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,910 miles
    Test number
    151592470284
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  30. Pass27,299 miles (+5,344)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,299 miles
    Test number
    902171168243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail21,955 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,955 miles
    Test number
    122871167296
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  32. Pass21,955 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,955 miles
    Test number
    330911367443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass16,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,041 miles
    Test number
    370212766460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 BGX

Does LR53 BGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 BGX is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BGX?
The MOT on LR53 BGX is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 BGX done?
LR53 BGX was recorded at 65,587 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 2,493 miles a year.
Has LR53 BGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BGX has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 BGX 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 LR53 BGX find?
LR53 BGX passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f upper suspension arms..

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