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AX53 HRW

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

281,610 mi
Last recorded281,610 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 HRW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 281,610 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bonding deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bonding deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 281,610 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bonding deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bonding deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 267,044 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 267,042 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 253,086 miles

Brake pad wear indicator light illuminated.

Nearside Front brake disc corroded

Offside Front brake disc corroded

Fail 12 Dec 2016 252,761 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front brake disc corroded

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front brake disc corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2015 236,072 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 15 Dec 2014 218,712 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 218,712 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 193,111 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 193,111 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 174,121 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

air bag warning light on indicating a fault

Pass 19 Dec 2011 151,437 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 127,969 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 18 Dec 2009 106,325 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 106,325 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 94,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 94,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Dec 2007 78,285 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 78,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 58,952 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 58,952 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre starting to go out of shape 205/55zr16 91 w dunlop

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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AX53 HRW is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 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 AX53 HRW, 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 AX53 HRW registered?

AX53 HRW is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is AX53 HRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 HRW shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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