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FT53 FZB

2004 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

208,918 mi
Last recorded208,918 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 208,918 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 208,871 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn center bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn center bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 179,570 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 177,975 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 176,682 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 173,804 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 170,779 miles

CHIP IN SCREEN

Fail 12 Nov 2019 170,772 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

CHIP IN SCREEN

Pass 14 Nov 2018 165,028 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 155,613 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 151,686 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 147,732 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 14,335 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 140,487 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 136,452 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 128,072 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 119,890 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 110,508 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 99,257 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 95,163 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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FT53 FZB is a 2004 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FZB, 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 FT53 FZB?

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What year was FT53 FZB registered?

FT53 FZB is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 5 February 2004.

Is FT53 FZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT53 FZB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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