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AX54 CHZ

2004 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

183,059 mi
Last recorded183,059 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 CHZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2019 183,059 miles

x2 front tyres edges worn low-n/s/f inner arm slight play-

x2 rear anti roll bar links slight play

Fail 11 Dec 2019 183,059 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened n/s/r/ link (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened o/s/r/ link (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake hose excessively damaged n/s/r flexi cut (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose excessively damaged o/s/r/ flexi cut (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Direction indicator incorrect colour x2 rear (4.4.3 (a))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s/f/ (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working nearside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn o/s/f/ upper front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

x2 front tyres edges worn low-n/s/f inner arm slight play-

Pass 12 Dec 2018 168,227 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 168,227 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 158,644 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 148,817 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 137,969 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 127,354 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 127,354 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 117,794 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 117,794 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 107,545 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 95,304 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 82,657 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 82,657 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 73,703 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 65,136 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 43,620 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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AX54 CHZ is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AX54 CHZ, 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.

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AX54 CHZ is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 19 November 2004.

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