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AC04 JAL

2004 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

217,823 mi
Last recorded217,823 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC04 JAL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2024 217,823 miles

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

Emissions unable to be completed due to engine attempted pick up /over revving (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely unable to check bearing (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower bumper damaged

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost starting to debond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened sligh of previous overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front bonnet release handle missing

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from intercooler pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 208,105 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil OSR&NSR (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 201,468 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (Both tyres) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (Both side) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 193,058 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 185,516 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/F UPPER REAR ONE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 174,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 158,229 miles

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2017 147,268 miles

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2016 136,440 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 136,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high damaged poorly fitted (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 126,578 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 117,218 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 117,216 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 113,711 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 113,707 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 109,880 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 92,651 miles

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall but not deep enough to expose the cords

nearside front tyre scrubbed out on inner edge

offside front tyre scrubbed out on inner edge

Pass 24 Aug 2010 76,332 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 62,889 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 50,007 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 39,659 miles

engine and undertrays fitted.

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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AC04 JAL is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AC04 JAL, 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.

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AC04 JAL is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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