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FM53 TLM

2003 Audi A4

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

173,745 mi
Last recorded173,745 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 TLM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2022 173,745 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 169,238 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 160,796 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 143,527 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 143,527 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 128,118 miles

EML On

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Jan 2017 116,057 miles

eml on

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2015 108,456 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 108,452 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 101,629 miles

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

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

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 21 Mar 2012 86,336 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 75,015 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 75,015 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear lamp has one bulb in the side light inop

Pass 17 Apr 2010 64,256 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 55,040 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 50,184 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Shield/gaurd fitted to under of entire vehicle

Pass 15 May 2006 41,031 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 TLM is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 100,003 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 TLM, 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 23 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 TLM registered?

FM53 TLM is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is FM53 TLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 TLM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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