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Audi A6

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,976 cc

LS53 WDZMOT history

LS53 WDZ is a blue petrol Audi A6 first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

LS53 WDZ blue Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A6, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2025
Mileage
91,202 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 WDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,976 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 WDZ was last recorded at 91,202 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 8,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,829 miles · 25 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
8,373 miles
Average per year
4,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,202 miles
  • 2023 – 82,829 miles
  • 2022 – 73,817 miles
  • 2021 – 71,203 miles
  • 2020 – 69,160 miles
  • 2019 – 66,797 miles
  • 2018 – 57,881 miles
  • 2017 – 52,664 miles
  • 2016 – 47,737 miles
  • 2015 – 45,438 miles
  • 2014 – 38,461 miles
  • 2013 – 34,840 miles
  • 2012 – 32,178 miles
  • 2011 – 29,805 miles
  • 2010 – 23,661 miles
  • 2009 – 20,521 miles
  • 2008 – 17,871 miles
  • 2007 – 14,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,202 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,202 miles (+8,373)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,202 miles
    Test number
    543155922167
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass82,829 miles (+9,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,829 miles
    Test number
    130855551942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass73,817 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,817 miles
    Test number
    514303811644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,814 miles (+2,611)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,814 miles
    Test number
    239018303726
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass71,203 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    263389385346
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail71,203 miles (+2,043)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    846981820231
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass69,160 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,160 miles
    Test number
    639957052187
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail69,160 miles (+2,363)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,160 miles
    Test number
    575094169136
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass66,797 miles (+5,057)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,797 miles
    Test number
    351180283867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,740 miles
    Test number
    777885473406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,739 miles (+3,858)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,739 miles
    Test number
    179559749275
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass57,881 miles (+5,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,881 miles
    Test number
    425842775231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on 2mm tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre on 3 mm tread

  13. Pass52,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,664 miles
    Test number
    578476006232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,664 miles (+4,927)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,664 miles
    Test number
    908071716759
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass47,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,737 miles
    Test number
    175964212247
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside front (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail47,737 miles (+2,299)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,737 miles
    Test number
    376619031190
    • FailureTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords offside front (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit nearside front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside front (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass45,438 miles (+6,977)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    45,438 miles
    Test number
    566883615044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,461 miles (+3,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,461 miles
    Test number
    319517804082
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,840 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,840 miles
    Test number
    909905513014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,178 miles (+2,373)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,178 miles
    Test number
    298642812064
    • NoteOffside front and nearside front tyres wearing inner edge

  21. Pass29,805 miles (+6,144)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,805 miles
    Test number
    865618111003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,661 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,661 miles
    Test number
    790654610044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,521 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    20,521 miles
    Test number
    724642709090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,871 miles (+3,117)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,871 miles
    Test number
    923508408085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,754 miles
    Test number
    313919907099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 WDZ

Does LS53 WDZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 WDZ expired on 28 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 WDZ?
The MOT on LS53 WDZ expired on 28 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 WDZ done?
LS53 WDZ was recorded at 91,202 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 4,355 miles a year.
Has LS53 WDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 WDZ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 WDZ 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 LS53 WDZ find?
LS53 WDZ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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