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FM53 OWD

2004 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

224,862 mi
Last recorded224,862 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 OWD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 224,862 miles

Front Brake discs wear lipped

Under body covering fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2016 212,473 miles

Front Wear lip on front brake discs

Nearside Front Damper moist

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on both edges and close to limit

Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable items

Pass 10 Aug 2015 204,003 miles

Front Both front tyres wearing on both edges

Nearside Front Damper moist

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under body covering fitted, not allowing full inspection of some testable items.

Fail 29 Aug 2014 197,361 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside front tyre has cut on inner sidewall

Offside rear tyre worn close to limit

Slight wear lip on front brake discs

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2014 197,361 miles

Offside front tyre has cut on inner sidewall

Offside rear tyre worn close to limit

Slight wear lip on front brake discs

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 188,105 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Sep 2013 188,105 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2012 177,509 miles

Slight leak from nearside front damper

Fail 28 Jun 2012 177,503 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight leak from nearside front damper

Pass 11 Jul 2011 169,870 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 163,952 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 154,507 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 128,058 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 100,984 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 OWD is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OWD, 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 OWD registered?

FM53 OWD is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is FM53 OWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 OWD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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