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AV53 LAO

2003 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

171,324 mi
Last recorded171,324 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 LAO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 171,324 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front upper arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 156,085 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 140,901 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 129,334 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 124,030 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 120,121 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 114,863 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 109,332 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 102,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 96,453 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 90,749 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 80,953 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 80,953 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 73,548 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 65,193 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 56,612 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 43,249 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 LAO is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LAO, 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 LAO registered?

AV53 LAO is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is AV53 LAO safe to buy?

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