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BL03 XER

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

143,077 mi
Last recorded143,077 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 XER
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 143,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 143,001 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 131,200 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 125,073 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 117,692 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 107,572 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 95,824 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 81,986 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 81,575 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 81,572 miles

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

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)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 73,892 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 71,832 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2011 71,832 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 May 2010 68,181 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 60,720 miles

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

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)

Fail 26 Jan 2009 60,720 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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 29 Aug 2007 44,102 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 44,003 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 39,999 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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BL03 XER is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BL03 XER, 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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BL03 XER is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 14 August 2003.

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