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Audi A4

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 TLJMOT history

LR53 TLJ is a blue diesel Audi A4 first used on 9 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2023.

LR53 TLJ blue Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2024
Mileage
116,473 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 TLJ
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
9 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 TLJ was last recorded at 116,473 miles on 28 Jul 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,471 miles · 19 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,473 miles
  • 2022 – 104,659 miles
  • 2021 – 89,653 miles
  • 2020 – 84,352 miles
  • 2019 – 82,038 miles
  • 2018 – 78,769 miles
  • 2016 – 77,308 miles
  • 2015 – 74,455 miles
  • 2014 – 69,294 miles
  • 2013 – 64,875 miles
  • 2012 – 60,173 miles
  • 2010 – 55,132 miles
  • 2009 – 50,281 miles
  • 2008 – 45,078 miles
  • 2007 – 40,540 miles
  • 2006 – 35,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,473 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,473 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,473 miles
    Test number
    304960565927
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail116,471 miles (+11,812)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,471 miles
    Test number
    929979427080
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,659 miles (+15,006)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    104,659 miles
    Test number
    749298107641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (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 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass89,653 miles (+5,301)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    89,653 miles
    Test number
    492651898149
    • MinorRegistration 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass84,352 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    84,352 miles
    Test number
    875201175282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,038 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2020
    Odometer
    82,038 miles
    Test number
    867377896993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,769 miles
    Test number
    663028778083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,769 miles (+1,461)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,769 miles
    Test number
    806875979399
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass77,308 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,308 miles
    Test number
    512964755529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,455 miles (+5,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,455 miles
    Test number
    854018044624
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  11. Pass69,294 miles (+4,419)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,294 miles
    Test number
    195365134016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,875 miles (+4,702)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    64,875 miles
    Test number
    318998613024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,173 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,173 miles
    Test number
    579928422008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,143 miles (+5,011)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,143 miles
    Test number
    607381122084
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass55,132 miles (+4,851)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    55,132 miles
    Test number
    314734240349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,281 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    530098549319
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass50,281 miles (+5,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    743078449329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass45,078 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    45,078 miles
    Test number
    453035358347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail45,078 miles (+4,538)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,078 miles
    Test number
    760735658319
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,540 miles (+5,083)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,540 miles
    Test number
    174312247315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,457 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,457 miles
    Test number
    183089516399
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass35,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    35,457 miles
    Test number
    992949516356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 TLJ

Does LR53 TLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 TLJ expired on 27 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 TLJ?
The MOT on LR53 TLJ expired on 27 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 TLJ done?
LR53 TLJ was recorded at 116,473 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2023, an average of 4,852 miles a year.
Has LR53 TLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 TLJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 TLJ 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 TLJ find?
LR53 TLJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2023 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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