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BV03 TGN

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

143,193 mi
Last recorded143,193 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 TGN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 143,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated outer casing (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 143,106 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated outer casing (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 129,840 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 129,602 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2015 129,602 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on not parking and to slow (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2014 118,175 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 108,398 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Sep 2013 108,398 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 97,876 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 89,578 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight wear at rear brake discs

Pass 2 Sep 2010 81,512 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise front underbody cover fitted,not allowing full view of underbody.

advise front underbody insecure.

advise slight damage on offside front bumper,but secure and no sharp edges or projections at present

Fail 2 Sep 2010 81,512 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise front underbody cover fitted,not allowing full view of underbody.

advise front underbody insecure.

advise slight damage on offside front bumper,but secure and no sharp edges or projections at present

Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,236 miles

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

advise full underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

advise rear number plate starting to deteriorate, but secure and still readable at present.

Fail 17 Feb 2009 67,236 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

advise full underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

advise rear number plate starting to deteriorate, but secure and still readable at present.

Pass 14 Feb 2008 58,085 miles

full under body gaurds fitted not allowing full inspection of floor

Pass 23 Feb 2007 46,709 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 38,059 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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BV03 TGN is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 BV03 TGN, 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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What year was BV03 TGN registered?

BV03 TGN is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BV03 TGN safe to buy?

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