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FT53 AYO

2004 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,706 mi
Last recorded170,706 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 AYO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 170,706 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Coming from engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 164,218 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 157,362 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 148,376 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 138,596 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 128,895 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 113,893 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 113,893 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 105,399 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 98,651 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 6 Jan 2012 98,651 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 94,086 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 87,172 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 82,711 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

oil level low, refilled to max

Pass 6 Jan 2009 82,711 miles

oil level low, refilled to max

Pass 19 Dec 2007 77,438 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 69,767 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 69,767 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.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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FT53 AYO is a 2004 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FT53 AYO, 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.

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What year was FT53 AYO registered?

FT53 AYO is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 9 January 2004.

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The MOT history for FT53 AYO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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