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5 CDL

2004 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

34,378 mi
Last recorded34,378 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 CDL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 34,378 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 32,730 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 32,549 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 32,339 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 32,338 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 32,243 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 32,138 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 31,810 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 31,401 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 31,401 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 30,573 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 30,573 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2016 29,629 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 28,560 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 27,786 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces.

Pass 19 Sep 2013 27,281 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner surface.

Pass 21 Sep 2012 26,163 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,847 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 24,069 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 23,120 miles

offside and nearside rear indicator bulbs loosing colour

offside rear position lamp loose

Pass 18 Sep 2008 20,779 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 20,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 15,879 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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5 CDL is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,976cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5 CDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 5 CDL registered?

5 CDL is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is 5 CDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 CDL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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