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BJ53 VPL

2003 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

162,046 mi
Last recorded162,046 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 VPL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 162,046 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 152,537 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 146,331 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 141,909 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 138,413 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2014 138,321 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 135,905 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 135,846 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 133,496 miles

Air bag light on

EML on

Pass 6 Dec 2011 128,330 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 105,904 miles

off side rear inner side light not working

oil leak

slight movement in off side front lower ball joint ( front arm )

Fail 10 Dec 2009 85,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 85,377 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 73,724 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 50,509 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 33,042 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 33,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight damage to n/s rear indicator lens

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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BJ53 VPL is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BJ53 VPL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ53 VPL registered?

BJ53 VPL is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is BJ53 VPL safe to buy?

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