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CP53 OJU

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

245,007 mi
Last recorded245,007 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 OJU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 245,007 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

signs of oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2025 245,003 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

signs of oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2024 237,039 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear sub-frame corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2023 229,458 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear subframe has corrosion

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Noisy (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 229,415 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing front arm also arm bush worn (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms, also squeaking when turning (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear subframe has corrosion

noisy when turning steering wheel

Pass 27 Jan 2022 219,672 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 211,835 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit, measured 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

UNDER COVERS FITTED RESTRICTING SOME INSPECTION

Pass 25 Jan 2020 206,351 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 198,704 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 193,225 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 189,423 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 176,134 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 176,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 160,291 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 144,835 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 130,016 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 110,685 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 92,046 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 74,544 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 56,583 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 35,165 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 26,757 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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CP53 OJU is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CP53 OJU, 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 CP53 OJU registered?

CP53 OJU is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is CP53 OJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 OJU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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