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FM52 TVE

2003 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

148,974 mi
Last recorded148,974 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 TVE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 148,974 miles

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

engine + under covers fitted

Fail 12 Jan 2017 148,974 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

engine + under covers fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2015 145,073 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2015 145,073 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 140,150 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 132,558 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 132,558 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 126,273 miles

Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 126,273 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 119,269 miles

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

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

airbag light on

Pass 21 Jan 2011 110,224 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 22 Jan 2010 101,745 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 93,232 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 82,319 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 73,061 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2007 73,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FM52 TVE is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 FM52 TVE, 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 FM52 TVE registered?

FM52 TVE is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is FM52 TVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 TVE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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