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DN53 VLJ

2004 Audi A4

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

209,833 mi
Last recorded209,833 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 VLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 209,833 miles

n/s/f lower shock absorber bush is worn

n/s/f upper forward ball joint slightly worn

rear antiroll bar mounting bushes worn

rear brake pads are wearing thin

vehicle underside very dirty when presented for test

wiper blades are in poor condition

Pass 13 Sep 2016 206,285 miles

n/s/f upper bal joint has slight play

vehicle underside very is dirty

front lower arm bushes worn

n/s/f antiroll bar link is worn

Pass 21 Sep 2015 201,721 miles

o/s/f antiroll bar link worn

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

rear brake pipes starting to crack

Pass 9 Sep 2014 196,535 miles

vehicle underside very dirty when presented for test

Pass 18 Sep 2013 191,514 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 185,003 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 185,003 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)

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 175,071 miles

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

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 19 Jun 2010 158,670 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2010 158,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 136,415 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 112,017 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 82,171 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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DN53 VLJ is a 2004 Audi A4 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DN53 VLJ, 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 DN53 VLJ registered?

DN53 VLJ is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is DN53 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 VLJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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