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Audi S4

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,163 cc

LR53 DMUMOT history

LR53 DMU is a black petrol Audi S4 first used on 23 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LR53 DMU black Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,594 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
S4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,163 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 DMU was last recorded at 102,594 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,829 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,765 miles
Average per year
3,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,594 miles
  • 2025 – 99,829 miles
  • 2020 – 98,386 miles
  • 2019 – 93,555 miles
  • 2018 – 88,694 miles
  • 2017 – 84,646 miles
  • 2016 – 78,939 miles
  • 2015 – 74,817 miles
  • 2014 – 68,639 miles
  • 2012 – 63,491 miles
  • 2011 – 60,534 miles
  • 2010 – 54,689 miles
  • 2009 – 49,698 miles
  • 2007 – 33,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,594 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,594 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,594 miles
    Test number
    619307537890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,829 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    99,829 miles
    Test number
    266403160079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,386 miles (+128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,386 miles
    Test number
    939278986975
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail98,258 miles (+4,703)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,258 miles
    Test number
    994263282401
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass93,555 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,555 miles
    Test number
    362928082794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail93,555 miles (+4,861)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,555 miles
    Test number
    603474010940
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass88,694 miles (+4,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    88,694 miles
    Test number
    840218815849
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass84,646 miles (+5,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,646 miles
    Test number
    857297841229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  9. Pass78,939 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,939 miles
    Test number
    251963921105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,916 miles (+4,099)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,916 miles
    Test number
    357284596382
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  11. Pass74,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,817 miles
    Test number
    425735515225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,815 miles (+3)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,815 miles
    Test number
    277505015233
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail74,812 miles (+6,173)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,812 miles
    Test number
    338907385053
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhuast flexy starting to come apart
  14. Pass68,639 miles (+5,148)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,639 miles
    Test number
    779920274081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,491 miles (+2,957)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,491 miles
    Test number
    437650922439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,534 miles (+5,845)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,534 miles
    Test number
    577388101376
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  17. Pass54,689 miles (+4,991)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,689 miles
    Test number
    482424910419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,698 miles (+7,712)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    49,698 miles
    Test number
    730400109329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,986 miles (+8,577)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    233175609071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,409 miles (+6,959)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,409 miles
    Test number
    523365047379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,450 miles
    Test number
    182808207477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 DMU

Does LR53 DMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 DMU is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DMU?
The MOT on LR53 DMU is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 DMU done?
LR53 DMU was recorded at 102,594 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,902 miles a year.
Has LR53 DMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DMU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LR53 DMU 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 DMU find?
LR53 DMU passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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