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Audi A4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LR53 TLVMOT history

LR53 TLV is a grey petrol Audi A4 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 111,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LR53 TLV grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
111,966 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 TLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 TLV was last recorded at 111,966 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 3,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,966 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,000 miles
Average per year
4,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,966 miles
  • 2025 – 108,966 miles
  • 2024 – 106,477 miles
  • 2023 – 103,696 miles
  • 2022 – 96,966 miles
  • 2021 – 95,184 miles
  • 2020 – 94,106 miles
  • 2019 – 91,880 miles
  • 2017 – 87,361 miles
  • 2016 – 77,624 miles
  • 2015 – 73,676 miles
  • 2014 – 70,919 miles
  • 2013 – 64,290 miles
  • 2012 – 58,465 miles
  • 2011 – 55,174 miles
  • 2010 – 50,756 miles
  • 2009 – 46,658 miles
  • 2008 – 41,449 miles
  • 2007 – 35,409 miles
  • 2006 – 23,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,966 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,966 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    111,966 miles
    Test number
    393369706778
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail111,966 miles (+3,000)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,966 miles
    Test number
    781594621469
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass108,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    108,966 miles
    Test number
    881383920332
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail108,966 miles (+2,489)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,966 miles
    Test number
    508487839644
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass106,477 miles (+2,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,477 miles
    Test number
    577795426697
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass103,696 miles (+6,730)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    103,696 miles
    Test number
    585827908354
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,966 miles (+1,782)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,966 miles
    Test number
    277250287770
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass95,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,184 miles
    Test number
    862828279509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,184 miles (+1,078)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,184 miles
    Test number
    970637532691
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass94,106 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,106 miles
    Test number
    838790048414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail94,101 miles (+2,221)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,101 miles
    Test number
    637973976012
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV JOINT MAKING NOISE (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  12. Pass91,880 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,880 miles
    Test number
    321720220638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most front and most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail91,880 miles (+4,519)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,880 miles
    Test number
    536559527645
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most front and most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass87,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,361 miles
    Test number
    141549114716
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail87,361 miles (+9,737)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,361 miles
    Test number
    926441732013
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass77,624 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    77,624 miles
    Test number
    559818033963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,676 miles (+2,757)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,676 miles
    Test number
    802781617752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,919 miles
    Test number
    238089944320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,919 miles (+6,629)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,919 miles
    Test number
    725449644337
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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 close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail64,290 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,290 miles
    Test number
    559654873246
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass64,290 miles (+5,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,290 miles
    Test number
    698704473235
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass58,465 miles (+3,291)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,465 miles
    Test number
    495305252214
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass55,174 miles (+4,418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,174 miles
    Test number
    367597971291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass50,756 miles (+4,098)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    334735560437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,658 miles (+5,209)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,658 miles
    Test number
    841217469273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,449 miles (+6,040)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,449 miles
    Test number
    391825178206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,409 miles (+11,897)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,409 miles
    Test number
    364758067288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,512 miles
    Test number
    234711776200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 TLV

Does LR53 TLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 TLV is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 TLV?
The MOT on LR53 TLV is valid until 9 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 TLV done?
LR53 TLV was recorded at 111,966 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 4,473 miles a year.
Has LR53 TLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 TLV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 TLV 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 TLV find?
LR53 TLV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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