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ET53 HYG

2004 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

160,009 mi
Last recorded160,009 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 HYG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 160,009 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

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

Vehicle has a knocking noise possibly engine mount or suspension arm bushes

Fail 28 Mar 2017 160,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

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

Vehicle has a knocking noise possibly engine mount or suspension arm bushes

Pass 30 Mar 2016 137,714 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 137,713 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Rear light unit cracked/damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Fail 6 Mar 2015 12,007 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 12,007 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 131,813 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 131,813 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 122,000 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f window darkened

o/s/f window darkened

Pass 25 Oct 2011 108,012 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 105,908 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 94,986 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 176,003 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 152,116 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 111,338 miles

Advise N/S/R tyre wearing low on outer edge.

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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ET53 HYG is a 2004 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 ET53 HYG, 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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ET53 HYG is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 26 January 2004.

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