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DC04 FJE

2004 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

111,842 mi
Last recorded111,842 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC04 FJE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 111,842 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 93,854 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 76,416 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 74,795 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 71,588 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear light unit damaged water ingress

Fail 14 Jul 2022 71,588 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear light unit damaged water ingress

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 67,527 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear light unit cracked

Pass 14 Jul 2020 66,210 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper arm bushes at front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 66,210 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper arm bushes at front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 62,442 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 61,391 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 60,161 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 57,963 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2015 55,680 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2014 53,320 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 50,337 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 45,489 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 41,560 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 29,850 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,518 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 19,521 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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DC04 FJE is a 2004 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,966 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 DC04 FJE, 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 22 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DC04 FJE registered?

DC04 FJE is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 19 August 2004.

Is DC04 FJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC04 FJE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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