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FA53 GSZ

2004 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,367 mi
Last recorded146,367 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 GSZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 146,367 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint Both Side (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 135,678 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 132,773 miles

Nearside Rear tyre outer shoulder wear

Pass 24 Mar 2015 129,093 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 129,093 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 123,520 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 118,093 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 112,041 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 112,023 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 105,488 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 97,112 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 88,561 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 78,250 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 65,094 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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FA53 GSZ is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FA53 GSZ, 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 FA53 GSZ registered?

FA53 GSZ is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is FA53 GSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 GSZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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