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FM53 OJF

2004 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,738 mi
Last recorded89,738 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 OJF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 89,738 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 89,738 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 86,175 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 81,424 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 81,424 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 77,707 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 74,175 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 71,292 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Sep 2019 68,404 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 64,397 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Sep 2017 60,114 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 19 Oct 2016 55,427 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 55,427 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 51,202 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 51,202 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 46,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 41,926 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 36,685 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 29,761 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 24,875 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 24,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 19,917 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 14,821 miles

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

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

o/s/rear seat has child seat fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2007 7,500 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 7,224 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 OJF is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 OJF, 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

How do I check the history of FM53 OJF?

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What year was FM53 OJF registered?

FM53 OJF is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is FM53 OJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 OJF shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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