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FV53 LNC

2003 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

174,271 mi
Last recorded174,271 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 LNC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 174,271 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 174,271 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 158,687 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 156,831 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 136,428 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2015 136,408 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front 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 6 Jan 2014 114,581 miles

all flexi brake hoses deteriorated

Pass 7 Jan 2013 93,400 miles

nsr tyre worn to limit now

Pass 9 Jan 2012 79,731 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 74,541 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 70,737 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 70,737 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 61,611 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 8 Jan 2009 52,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jan 2008 43,032 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 43,032 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 35,051 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 35,051 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FV53 LNC is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV53 LNC, 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 FV53 LNC registered?

FV53 LNC is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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