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ET03 ZYE

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

218,846 mi
Last recorded218,846 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 ZYE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 218,846 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 197,050 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 178,483 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both front link arm (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint o/s/front lower front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jan 2016 178,483 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated n/s/rear (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose excessively deteriorated o/s/rear (3.6.B.4d)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both front link arm (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint o/s/front lower front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 174,664 miles

NO EMISSIONS POSS EXHAUST NO SMQKE READINGS

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 166,792 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 166,790 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 159,271 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine cover loose

front brake discs look worn

Pass 31 Mar 2012 152,044 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 152,044 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 143,537 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 136,378 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 130,162 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2009 130,162 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 120,873 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 112,068 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 112,068 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 94,669 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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ET03 ZYE 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 72.2%.

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 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 ET03 ZYE, 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.

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What year was ET03 ZYE registered?

ET03 ZYE is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is ET03 ZYE safe to buy?

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