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FC04 LWZ

2004 Audi A4

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

146,856 mi
Last recorded146,856 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC04 LWZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 146,856 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 141,068 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi. (6.1.2 (a))

NOTE FRONT SUBFRAME REAR MOUNT AREA N/S AND O/S BEEN REPAIRED AND COVERED IN UNDERSEAL.

Fail 25 Aug 2022 141,065 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi. (6.1.2 (a))

NOTE FRONT SUBFRAME REAR MOUNT AREA N/S AND O/S BEEN REPAIRED AND COVERED IN UNDERSEAL.

Pass 7 Jul 2021 136,495 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake pad warning lamp illuminated but pads not worn excessively

nearside and offside front subframe has been welded

Fail 3 Jun 2021 136,467 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps not working (4.7.2 (a))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 129,254 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 124,574 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 117,660 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 110,551 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 106,054 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 100,902 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 90,615 miles

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

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

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

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

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

rear marker lights different brightness

Pass 16 May 2012 86,551 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 83,257 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 79,870 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 22 Dec 2010 79,870 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 23 Oct 2009 68,500 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 68,500 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 59,525 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 59,525 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 17 May 2007 48,316 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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FC04 LWZ is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FC04 LWZ, 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 FC04 LWZ registered?

FC04 LWZ is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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