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FM03 HRG

2003 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,944 mi
Last recorded53,944 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 HRG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 53,944 miles

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 135,150 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 131,543 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 131,543 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 126,252 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 120,125 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 113,155 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 111,224 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 106,253 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 101,563 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 96,972 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 92,541 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 88,469 miles

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

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

front windscreen wiper blades split

Pass 16 Apr 2010 83,807 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 75,365 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 75,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both upper front arm bushes deteriated. both front tyres starting too wear low. o/s/r tyre worn low. engine covered by plastic trims. sills covered by plastic trims. exhaust system corroded.

Pass 9 Jun 2008 65,770 miles

corrosion to front brake discs. wheels scratched and damaged.

Pass 8 Jun 2007 52,786 miles

as per original test no 710779257104

Fail 8 Jun 2007 52,786 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

minor kerb damage to alloy rims †borderline wear to osr tyre tread †outer sills covered in trim †plastic trims fitted to underside of vehicle

perishing & cracking to various suspension bushes †rear brakes imbalanced †fluctuation from front brake readings †borderline corrosion & wear to front brake discs

Pass 12 Jun 2006 33,420 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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FM03 HRG is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FM03 HRG, 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.

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What year was FM03 HRG registered?

FM03 HRG is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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