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B3 XLH

2004 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

120,416 mi
Last recorded120,416 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 XLH
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 120,416 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 119,378 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 119,376 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 118,118 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 116,161 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 113,499 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 113,494 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 109,854 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 107,873 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 104,894 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 101,855 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 98,664 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 94,924 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 91,189 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 87,119 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 82,995 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 79,327 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2010 72,627 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 72,387 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 66,128 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 54,315 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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B3 XLH is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 B3 XLH, 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 B3 XLH registered?

B3 XLH is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is B3 XLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 XLH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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