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FM53 BSZ

2004 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

209,658 mi
Last recorded209,658 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 BSZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 209,658 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 199,855 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2018 199,855 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 187,829 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 182,243 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 170,477 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2014 156,463 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 137,220 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 118,888 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 118,887 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2011 109,071 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 96,649 miles

NEARSIDE TYRE WALL CHIPPED

Fail 12 Jan 2010 96,649 miles

NEARSIDE TYRE WALL CHIPPED

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 83,815 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jan 2008 74,140 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 59,880 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FM53 BSZ is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FM53 BSZ, 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 FM53 BSZ registered?

FM53 BSZ is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is FM53 BSZ safe to buy?

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