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DF53 URV

2004 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,278 mi
Last recorded99,278 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 URV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 99,278 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 89,887 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 89,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 72,886 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 72,726 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

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

Brake pad wear indicator lamp 'on'

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 51,162 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 40,205 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

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

exhaust system corroding

front brake discs slightly lipped

Pass 23 Jun 2010 33,876 miles

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

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres outer sidewalls perished and tread depths low (both 2mm) on outer edges

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres outer sidewalls perished

Fail 29 Jun 2009 27,151 miles

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

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

unable to fully inspect o/s/r seatbelt as childseat fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2009 27,151 miles

unable to fully inspect o/s/r seatbelt as childseat fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2008 19,997 miles

unable to fully inspect o/s/r seatbelt as childseat fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2007 12,356 miles

n/s/r tyre has nail in tread

Fail 27 Jun 2007 12,356 miles

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

n/s/r tyre has nail in tread

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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DF53 URV is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 DF53 URV, 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 DF53 URV registered?

DF53 URV is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 10 January 2004.

Is DF53 URV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 URV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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