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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 PCFMOT history

LR53 PCF is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 28 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 183,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

LR53 PCF grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
183,872 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 PCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 PCF was last recorded at 183,872 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 16,094 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,778 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
16,094 miles
Average per year
5,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,872 miles
  • 2025 – 167,778 miles
  • 2024 – 166,217 miles
  • 2023 – 165,621 miles
  • 2022 – 164,372 miles
  • 2021 – 163,014 miles
  • 2020 – 162,098 miles
  • 2019 – 161,311 miles
  • 2018 – 157,949 miles
  • 2017 – 153,981 miles
  • 2016 – 148,859 miles
  • 2015 – 143,231 miles
  • 2014 – 136,907 miles
  • 2013 – 128,772 miles
  • 2012 – 119,133 miles
  • 2011 – 110,061 miles
  • 2010 – 102,859 miles
  • 2009 – 94,523 miles
  • 2008 – 85,519 miles
  • 2007 – 76,393 miles
  • 2006 – 75,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,872 miles
  • AdvisoryFront REGISTRATION PLATE SLIGHTLY MISREAD
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Driver's airbag obviously defective

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,872 miles (+16,094)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    183,872 miles
    Test number
    109415845261
    • AdvisoryFront REGISTRATION PLATE SLIGHTLY MISREAD
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass167,778 miles (+1,561)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    167,778 miles
    Test number
    335900436157
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,217 miles (+596)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    166,217 miles
    Test number
    491184157046
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass165,621 miles (+1,249)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    165,621 miles
    Test number
    466679925413
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass164,372 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    164,372 miles
    Test number
    318442231332
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail164,371 miles (+1,357)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,371 miles
    Test number
    626890113952
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass163,014 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    163,014 miles
    Test number
    323081512083
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail163,014 miles (+916)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,014 miles
    Test number
    100488269772
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass162,098 miles (+787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    162,098 miles
    Test number
    395836646325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass161,311 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    161,311 miles
    Test number
    967357975169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Fail161,311 miles (+3,362)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,311 miles
    Test number
    402940034112
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Pass157,949 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    157,949 miles
    Test number
    237466164306
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  13. Fail157,940 miles (+3,959)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,940 miles
    Test number
    352647809189
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  14. Pass153,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    153,981 miles
    Test number
    293099523095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail153,981 miles (+5,122)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,981 miles
    Test number
    151866169810
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass148,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    148,859 miles
    Test number
    347879766841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail148,856 miles (+5,625)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,856 miles
    Test number
    507366041253
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass143,231 miles (+42)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    143,231 miles
    Test number
    625624755075
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing away from inner edge

  19. Fail143,189 miles (+6,282)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,189 miles
    Test number
    285131555050
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing away from inner edge

  20. Pass136,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    136,907 miles
    Test number
    907292954047
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail136,907 miles (+8,135)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,907 miles
    Test number
    246862754048
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass128,772 miles (+9,639)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    128,772 miles
    Test number
    666704953055
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass119,133 miles (+9,072)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    119,133 miles
    Test number
    976344652022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass110,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    110,061 miles
    Test number
    629665241054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail110,061 miles (+7,202)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,061 miles
    Test number
    886725741082
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass102,859 miles (+8,336)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    102,859 miles
    Test number
    481333940014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake wear warning light on

  27. Pass94,523 miles (+9,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    94,523 miles
    Test number
    312611159032
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass85,519 miles (+9,126)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    85,519 miles
    Test number
    270561658020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass76,393 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    76,393 miles
    Test number
    941494747032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass75,788 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    75,788 miles
    Test number
    623844406311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 PCF

Does LR53 PCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 PCF is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 PCF?
The MOT on LR53 PCF is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 PCF done?
LR53 PCF was recorded at 183,872 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 5,597 miles a year.
Has LR53 PCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 PCF has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LR53 PCF 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 PCF find?
LR53 PCF passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate slightly misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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