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AV53 BPU

2003 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

84,618 mi
Last recorded84,618 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 BPU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 84,618 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 84,616 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 66,407 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Sep 2021 59,710 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 59,710 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 54,431 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 53,774 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 53,774 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 51,979 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 50,313 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 49,560 miles

both rear tyres perished 205/5516

child seat fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2015 48,010 miles

both rear tyres cracking

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2014 46,732 miles

Both rear tyres side wall deteriation

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 44,986 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2013 44,986 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 43,873 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 42,377 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 40,634 miles

Numerous covers to underbody, underbonnet and underfloor areas not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 4 Sep 2009 35,008 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 25,358 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 25,358 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 16,474 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 8,889 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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AV53 BPU is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AV53 BPU, 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 AV53 BPU registered?

AV53 BPU is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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The MOT history for AV53 BPU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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