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DY54 EDV

2004 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

172,444 mi
Last recorded172,444 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY54 EDV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2026 172,444 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

underbody general corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2025 168,182 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 162,330 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 153,047 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 144,007 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 144,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 136,622 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear light lens damage

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 132,578 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 127,314 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 114,835 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 104,165 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 97,514 miles

N/S/R tyre inner edge slight cracks

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 85,822 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 74,780 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 74,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 64,818 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 57,421 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 56,718 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 54,675 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 54,356 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 52,713 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 51,323 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 46,214 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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DY54 EDV is a 2004 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DY54 EDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY54 EDV registered?

DY54 EDV is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is DY54 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY54 EDV shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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