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FM53 LXT

2004 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

151,499 mi
Last recorded151,499 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 LXT
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 151,499 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 141,626 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 137,127 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 130,006 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 123,089 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 109,671 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front 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 8 Feb 2011 98,799 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 81,947 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2009 70,384 miles

wear to o/s/f tyre

Pass 1 Feb 2008 58,019 miles

front disc worn

screen stone chipped

Fail 1 Feb 2008 58,019 miles

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

front disc worn

screen stone chipped

Pass 19 Dec 2006 44,799 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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FM53 LXT is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LXT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM53 LXT registered?

FM53 LXT is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 10 January 2004.

Is FM53 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 LXT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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