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FM04 SVE

2004 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,161 mi
Last recorded147,161 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 SVE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 147,161 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 142,960 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 Jun 2020 142,343 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 142,337 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 140,866 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 138,549 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 138,544 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 135,598 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 135,598 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 131,665 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 131,665 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 126,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2014 119,417 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 107,613 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 107,613 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 99,220 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 94,251 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 94,251 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 85,727 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 78,884 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 78,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 71,184 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 60,853 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)

nearside rear tyre close to legel limit & worn to outer edge close to cords

offside rear tyre worn clode to legal limit & worn to outer edge close to cords

Fail 22 Jun 2007 60,853 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside rear tyre close to legel limit & worn to outer edge close to cords

offside rear tyre worn clode to legal limit & worn to outer edge close to cords

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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FM04 SVE is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FM04 SVE, 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 FM04 SVE registered?

FM04 SVE is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 6 July 2004.

Is FM04 SVE safe to buy?

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