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FV03 MLJ

2003 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

218,888 mi
Last recorded218,888 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 MLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 218,888 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

plastic undertrays covering large area under vehicle

Fail 1 Dec 2020 218,888 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

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

plastic undertrays covering large area under vehicle

Pass 28 May 2019 209,678 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 202,339 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing nearside and offside (2.7.2a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 194,254 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres advise

Fail 17 Jan 2017 194,253 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres advise

Pass 12 Jan 2016 185,499 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 176,483 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 167,409 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 158,377 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 158,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 149,286 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 140,487 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Jan 2010 132,606 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Dec 2008 121,203 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Dec 2008 121,203 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 103,208 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 90,698 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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FV03 MLJ is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV03 MLJ, 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.

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What year was FV03 MLJ registered?

FV03 MLJ is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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