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AO03 HCZ

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

104,487 mi
Last recorded104,487 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 HCZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 104,487 miles

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

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

recommend a wax oil treatment to the underside

Fail 20 Apr 2026 104,487 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

recommend a wax oil treatment to the underside

Pass 7 Jul 2025 103,180 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Fuel tank straps corroded

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 101,668 miles

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

corrosion exhaust

floor covers fitted covering testable items

Pass 5 Jul 2023 100,483 miles

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

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

corrosion exhaust

floor covers fitted covering testable items

Fail 4 Jul 2023 100,483 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

corrosion exhaust

floor covers fitted covering testable items

Pass 13 Jun 2022 100,023 miles

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

floor covers fitted covering testable items

Fail 13 Jun 2022 100,023 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))

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

floor covers fitted covering testable items

Pass 2 Jun 2021 99,611 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 97,898 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2020 97,898 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 95,275 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 92,192 miles

Nearside Front tyre 2.5mm Tread Depth

Pass 3 May 2017 88,034 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 88,034 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 82,904 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 78,526 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 74,274 miles

advise nearside front tyre

Pass 7 May 2013 71,790 miles

advise front no plate

Pass 5 May 2012 70,174 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 68,623 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 66,012 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 60,894 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 57,691 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 49,785 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 40,767 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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AO03 HCZ is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 AO03 HCZ, 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 AO03 HCZ registered?

AO03 HCZ is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is AO03 HCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 HCZ shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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