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FG53 FUF

2003 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

203,515 mi
Last recorded203,515 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 FUF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 203,515 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in front lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 203,419 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in front lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 199,413 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2020 199,343 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn close and lower on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 191,421 miles

Nearside Rear brake hose splitting close to limit

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre smooth on inner edge

Offside Rear brake hose splitting close to limit

Fail 11 Mar 2019 191,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear brake hose splitting close to limit

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre smooth on inner edge

Offside Rear brake hose splitting close to limit

Pass 2 Mar 2018 179,115 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted at time of test

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 167,166 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 155,554 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 141,449 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 131,693 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 126,960 miles

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

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

engine warning lamp on

Fail 21 Feb 2013 126,960 miles

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

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

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

engine warning lamp on

Pass 28 Feb 2012 121,729 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 116,875 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 111,751 miles

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

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

cut in o/s/f tyre outer side wall but not to cords

Pass 6 Oct 2008 104,841 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 100,362 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 75,916 miles

chip in windscreen just legal

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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FG53 FUF is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 FG53 FUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG53 FUF registered?

FG53 FUF is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is FG53 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 FUF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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