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AK53 FSD

2003 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

203,575 mi
Last recorded203,575 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 FSD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 203,575 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Fail 5 Nov 2022 203,536 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Pass 5 Nov 2021 198,489 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 5 Nov 2021 198,481 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 4 Nov 2020 194,753 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

Pass 2 Nov 2019 190,316 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

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

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

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

tested in a wet condition

Fail 2 Nov 2019 190,288 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.60 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

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

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

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

tested in a wet condition

Pass 7 Nov 2018 182,260 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (sub frame and coil springs) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 166,732 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 166,732 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 155,057 miles

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2015 143,279 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all age cracking (3.6.B.4d)

age cracking to suspension arm rubbers

engine and sill and under trays fitted

exhaust corroded

slight damage and corrosion to sills

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 2 Nov 2015 143,227 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all age cracking (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

age cracking to suspension arm rubbers

engine and sill and under trays fitted

exhaust corroded

slight damage and corrosion to sills

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 8 Nov 2014 134,470 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

age cracking to flexi brake hoses

exhaust corroded

front suspension arm bushes spilting

Pass 4 Nov 2013 123,661 miles

nsr tyre starting to get low inner edge

Pass 5 Nov 2012 106,738 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 94,403 miles

both rear tyres are worn on outer edges & close to secondary tread

Pass 7 Oct 2010 84,902 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 74,276 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 61,427 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 49,244 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 42,733 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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AK53 FSD is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 100,003 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 AK53 FSD, 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 23 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 AK53 FSD registered?

AK53 FSD is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 FSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 FSD shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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