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FM53 NBJ

2004 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,769 mi
Last recorded170,769 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 NBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 170,769 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 164,786 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.2.B.1f)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Sep 2016 162,235 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Sep 2015 161,341 miles

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 153,684 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 153,644 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 141,002 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)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 126,064 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 125,792 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2011 111,334 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 94,505 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 94,503 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 80,019 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

advise n/s front lamp insecure

Pass 10 Sep 2008 68,144 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 45,298 miles

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

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 NBJ is a 2004 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NBJ, 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 NBJ registered?

FM53 NBJ is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 9 January 2004.

Is FM53 NBJ safe to buy?

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