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FT04 VBV

2004 Audi A4

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

166,109 mi
Last recorded166,109 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 VBV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 166,109 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 160,264 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2022 160,204 miles

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

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 152,798 miles

Damage to OSF tyre inner wall

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

Rear brake hoses perished

Fail 4 Jun 2021 152,240 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Damage to OSF tyre inner wall

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

Rear brake hoses perished

Pass 16 Jun 2020 146,117 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 146,108 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 140,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 129,386 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 114,506 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 114,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 102,721 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 99,443 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 93,727 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 84,876 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 77,452 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 69,643 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 58,982 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 46,619 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 33,344 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 18,615 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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FT04 VBV is a 2004 Audi A4 in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FT04 VBV, 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 FT04 VBV registered?

FT04 VBV is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 4 August 2004.

Is FT04 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT04 VBV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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