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FV52 XEL

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,914 mi
Last recorded122,914 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 XEL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 122,914 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 114,342 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 103,753 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 103,752 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 93,918 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 81,343 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 66,635 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 59,011 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 59,011 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 55,140 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 55,140 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 50,380 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 45,203 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 36,581 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 36,581 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 30,568 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)

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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FV52 XEL is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV52 XEL, 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 FV52 XEL registered?

FV52 XEL is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 18 February 2003.

Is FV52 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 XEL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV52 XEL have outstanding finance?

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