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Audi A4

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LX53 VPUMOT history

LX53 VPU is a grey diesel Audi A4 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 208,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2025.

LX53 VPU grey Audi A4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2025
Mileage
208,062 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 VPU
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
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX53 VPU was last recorded at 208,062 miles on 19 Jul 2025, 1,856 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,206 miles · 20 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,856 miles
Average per year
8,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 208,062 miles
  • 2024 – 206,206 miles
  • 2022 – 202,752 miles
  • 2021 – 199,143 miles
  • 2020 – 195,409 miles
  • 2019 – 192,937 miles
  • 2018 – 188,862 miles
  • 2017 – 180,039 miles
  • 2016 – 170,876 miles
  • 2015 – 159,610 miles
  • 2014 – 144,204 miles
  • 2013 – 132,301 miles
  • 2012 – 117,476 miles
  • 2011 – 105,220 miles
  • 2010 – 92,166 miles
  • 2009 – 83,125 miles
  • 2008 – 76,382 miles
  • 2007 – 69,549 miles
  • 2006 – 54,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail208,062 miles
  • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both rear flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing missing on all four wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail208,062 miles (+1,856)2 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,062 miles
    Test number
    560588258616
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both rear flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing missing on all four wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass206,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    206,206 miles
    Test number
    874241538583
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i)) Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

  3. Fail206,206 miles (+3,454)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,206 miles
    Test number
    578626539199
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i)) Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

  4. Pass202,752 miles (+3,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    202,752 miles
    Test number
    762087897431
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass199,143 miles (+3,734)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    199,143 miles
    Test number
    691949898041
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass195,409 miles (+2,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    195,409 miles
    Test number
    329756677084
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass192,937 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    192,937 miles
    Test number
    615354470346
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail192,915 miles (+4,053)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,915 miles
    Test number
    159559534659
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass188,862 miles (+8,823)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    188,862 miles
    Test number
    438957103965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass180,039 miles (+9,163)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    180,039 miles
    Test number
    638940671837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass170,876 miles (+11,266)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    170,876 miles
    Test number
    841915612975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass159,610 miles (+15,406)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    159,610 miles
    Test number
    626886415343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail144,204 miles1 repaired8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,204 miles
    Test number
    435412474299
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass144,204 miles (+11,903)8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    144,204 miles
    Test number
    979052074296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass132,301 miles (+14,825)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    132,301 miles
    Test number
    966713573221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,476 miles (+12,256)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    117,476 miles
    Test number
    326842562228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to offside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass105,220 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    105,220 miles
    Test number
    827924671271
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s head light backing damaged at mounting points

  18. Fail105,217 miles (+13,051)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,217 miles
    Test number
    379652171478
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureTowbar component excessively damaged (6.6.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s head light backing damaged at mounting points

  19. Pass92,166 miles (+9,041)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    92,166 miles
    Test number
    471196260264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,125 miles (+6,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,125 miles
    Test number
    240091079253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass76,382 miles (+6,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,382 miles
    Test number
    622304078237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass69,549 miles (+15,500)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    163009047297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    54,049 miles
    Test number
    300338256457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 VPU

Does LX53 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 VPU expired on 19 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 VPU?
The MOT on LX53 VPU expired on 19 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 VPU done?
LX53 VPU was recorded at 208,062 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2025, an average of 8,174 miles a year.
Has LX53 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 VPU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LX53 VPU 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 LX53 VPU find?
LX53 VPU failed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: brake load sensing valve seized and abs not fitted or inoperative; rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 9 more.

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