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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 PUYMOT history

LR53 PUY is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 204,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LR53 PUY blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
204,395 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 PUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 PUY was last recorded at 204,395 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 6,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,084 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,311 miles
Average per year
8,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,395 miles
  • 2025 – 198,084 miles
  • 2024 – 185,924 miles
  • 2023 – 172,657 miles
  • 2022 – 164,009 miles
  • 2021 – 152,790 miles
  • 2020 – 138,706 miles
  • 2019 – 127,581 miles
  • 2018 – 114,374 miles
  • 2017 – 113,320 miles
  • 2016 – 112,199 miles
  • 2015 – 111,488 miles
  • 2013 – 110,301 miles
  • 2012 – 110,261 miles
  • 2011 – 99,037 miles
  • 2010 – 87,811 miles
  • 2009 – 77,272 miles
  • 2008 – 63,951 miles
  • 2007 – 49,082 miles
  • 2006 – 36,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,395 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,395 miles (+6,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    204,395 miles
    Test number
    246378123659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm 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))

  2. Pass198,084 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    198,084 miles
    Test number
    288023110562
    • AdvisoryFront engine staboliser bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear gearbox mounting worn

  3. Fail198,080 miles (+12,156)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,080 miles
    Test number
    667634401270
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront engine staboliser bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear gearbox mounting worn

  4. Pass185,924 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    185,924 miles
    Test number
    354886690795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of been getting hot (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail185,920 miles (+13,263)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,920 miles
    Test number
    892308016670
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged cords exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of been getting hot (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass172,657 miles (+8,648)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    172,657 miles
    Test number
    181635304515
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass164,009 miles (+42)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    164,009 miles
    Test number
    383416044306
    • MinorCentral Rear Outer Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail163,967 miles (+11,177)1 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,967 miles
    Test number
    589382396074
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass152,790 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    152,790 miles
    Test number
    834540004088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail152,789 miles (+14,083)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,789 miles
    Test number
    613673323435
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass138,706 miles (+3)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    138,706 miles
    Test number
    557253029260
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of diesel

  12. Fail138,703 miles (+11,122)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,703 miles
    Test number
    632916038983
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of diesel

  13. Pass127,581 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,581 miles
    Test number
    352930838913
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Fail127,581 miles (+13,207)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,581 miles
    Test number
    183781766050
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass114,374 miles (+1,054)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,374 miles
    Test number
    424849714474
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  16. Pass113,320 miles (+1,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    113,320 miles
    Test number
    172079983075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass112,199 miles (+711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,199 miles
    Test number
    153098764254
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass111,488 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    111,488 miles
    Test number
    105637905095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail111,484 miles (+1,183)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,484 miles
    Test number
    317196605066
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass110,301 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    110,301 miles
    Test number
    427445043331
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Pass110,261 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    110,261 miles
    Test number
    898821442365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail110,259 miles (+6)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,259 miles
    Test number
    746979532336
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail110,253 miles (+11,216)6 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,253 miles
    Test number
    826182462274
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside mirror damaged
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  24. Pass99,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    99,037 miles
    Test number
    699628341257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,037 miles (+11,226)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,037 miles
    Test number
    536958441269
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  26. Pass87,811 miles (+10,539)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    87,811 miles
    Test number
    914166750296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass77,272 miles (+13,321)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,272 miles
    Test number
    364051559480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass63,951 miles (+14,869)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,951 miles
    Test number
    740732768239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass49,082 miles (+12,660)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,082 miles
    Test number
    773593447270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass36,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,422 miles
    Test number
    764811976205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 PUY

Does LR53 PUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 PUY is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 PUY?
The MOT on LR53 PUY is valid until 25 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 PUY done?
LR53 PUY was recorded at 204,395 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 8,437 miles a year.
Has LR53 PUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 PUY has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 PUY 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 PUY find?
LR53 PUY passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2; oil leak, but not excessive.

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