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AO53 FVM

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,963 mi
Last recorded159,963 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 FVM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2013 159,963 miles

Nearside Front 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 indicator slightly white

offside rear shock absorber cover loose

sill covers and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 20 Feb 2012 136,029 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear shock absorber dust covers loose

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

wiper blades starting to split

Fail 20 Feb 2012 136,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear shock absorber dust covers loose

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 25 Feb 2011 116,077 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres becoming worn close to legal limit

side skirts & under seilds preventing full inspection

under sheild becoming detached

Fail 24 Feb 2011 116,016 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres becoming worn close to legal limit

side skirts & under seilds preventing full inspection

under sheild becoming detached

Pass 27 Feb 2010 94,870 miles

unable to check outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2010 94,863 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

unable to check outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2009 70,905 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

small cut in off side rear tyre to cords

Pass 29 Feb 2008 51,011 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 50,936 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Spare tyre defective

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 40,102 miles

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

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

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

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 FVM is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FVM, 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.

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What year was AO53 FVM registered?

AO53 FVM is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is AO53 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 FVM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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