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FG04 FMM

2004 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

222,262 mi
Last recorded222,262 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 FMM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 222,262 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 222,259 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 202,143 miles

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

n/s/f tyre cut on outer edge

n/s/f wing mirror cracked

Fail 18 May 2019 201,408 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted

Pass 19 May 2018 183,758 miles

abs light come on once. through out the test works ok require attention

Fail 19 May 2018 183,758 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

abs light come on once. through out the test works ok require attention

Pass 12 Apr 2017 174,230 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

n/s steering rack joint worn

Fail 11 Apr 2017 174,230 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

n/s steering rack joint worn

Pass 1 Apr 2016 165,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside steering track rod worn

Fail 1 Apr 2016 165,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside steering track rod worn

Pass 2 Apr 2015 153,605 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 153,603 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 137,794 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 137,793 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 122,333 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 107,741 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 107,741 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 97,574 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 80,626 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 80,622 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 65,807 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 52,550 miles

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

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

brake pad wear indicator lamp on

Pass 15 Mar 2007 32,016 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

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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FG04 FMM is a 2004 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 FG04 FMM, 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 FG04 FMM registered?

FG04 FMM is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 30 March 2004.

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