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DN02 MCE

2004 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

198,807 mi
Last recorded198,807 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN02 MCE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 198,807 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 198,807 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 180,296 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 179,648 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 178,604 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 177,250 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 173,578 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 169,352 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 164,204 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 162,567 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 151,332 miles

'saw tooth' wear on n/s/r tyre

air bag warning lamp is on

n/s/ hand brake actuator arm does not return fully

n/s/f lower grill section is missing

Fail 27 Aug 2009 148,378 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Airbag malfunction indicator warning lamp on

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Some uneveness recorded rear brakes hand & foot

Pass 11 Jul 2008 114,077 miles

rear brakes worn

slight play in both front straight lower arms

Pass 18 Jun 2007 81,624 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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DN02 MCE is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN02 MCE, 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 DN02 MCE registered?

DN02 MCE is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 28 April 2004.

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