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AX53 SXP

2004 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

182,719 mi
Last recorded182,719 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 SXP
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 182,719 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 180,782 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer and side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer and side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 178,875 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 173,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 169,075 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 152,640 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 141,467 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2015 127,368 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 119,019 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 108,972 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 99,728 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 89,959 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2010 79,902 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 70,452 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Jan 2009 57,739 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 46,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 46,819 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 39,742 miles

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

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 SXP is a 2004 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,966 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 AX53 SXP, 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 22 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 AX53 SXP registered?

AX53 SXP is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is AX53 SXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 SXP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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