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CA03 VGE

2003 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

206,764 mi
Last recorded206,764 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 VGE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 206,764 miles

Advise; Surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle / centre silencer outer layer corroded away .

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened [at both sides] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 206,763 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Advise; Surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle / centre silencer outer layer corroded away .

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced [at inner / outer body sill] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened [at both sides] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 206,735 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

corrosion in multiple places

Pass 10 Sep 2020 205,292 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 205,087 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2019 198,190 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 191,172 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 181,143 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 172,091 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 158,936 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 148,447 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 138,364 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 126,913 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 114,416 miles

rear discs coroded

Fail 18 Aug 2011 114,416 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear discs coroded

Pass 16 Aug 2010 42,592 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 93,801 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 83,406 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 72,478 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 63,695 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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CA03 VGE is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CA03 VGE, 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 CA03 VGE registered?

CA03 VGE is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is CA03 VGE safe to buy?

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