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AO53 FDZ

2003 Audi A4

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

140,419 mi
Last recorded140,419 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 FDZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 140,419 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 134,808 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 129,676 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 125,912 miles

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

Offside Rear brake hose slightly perished

Fail 10 Oct 2022 125,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split showing cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split showing cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning outer side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake hose is perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 121,498 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp missing (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Spare tyre defective under-inflated ()

Fail 6 Oct 2021 121,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp missing (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Spare tyre defective under-inflated ()

Pass 1 Oct 2020 118,554 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged mis-shapen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 115,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged mis-shapen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 110,833 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 104,290 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Sep 2016 96,945 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 89,536 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 82,395 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 74,940 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 67,383 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 58,437 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 51,086 miles

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 31 Aug 2010

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 28 Aug 2009 44,997 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 36,364 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 29,662 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 22,629 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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AO53 FDZ is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 AO53 FDZ, 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 AO53 FDZ registered?

AO53 FDZ is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is AO53 FDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 FDZ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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