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EF53 DZE

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,534 mi
Last recorded117,534 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 DZE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 117,534 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 109,255 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 104,545 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 97,140 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 97,049 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing stalk (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 87,837 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 87,837 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 27 May 2014 84,584 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 79,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 75,489 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 73,452 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 70,286 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 68,133 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 66,219 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 63,174 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2007 63,172 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 49,856 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 49,856 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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EF53 DZE is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 100,003 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 EF53 DZE, 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 23 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF53 DZE?

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What year was EF53 DZE registered?

EF53 DZE is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is EF53 DZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 DZE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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