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FY53 OSV

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

186,462 mi
Last recorded186,462 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 OSV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 186,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm change needed (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm change needed (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 174,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 174,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 167,581 miles

all tyres worn

front arm bushs deteriorating

Pass 10 Sep 2014 157,350 miles

front tyres on limit / POOR

Fail 10 Sep 2014 157,343 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front lower rear arm bushs deteriorating allowing arm movment

front tyres on limit / POOR

Pass 21 Aug 2013 144,454 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front tyres on limit / poor

o/s/f lower front arm balljoint cover deteriorating

rear tyres worn

Pass 14 Sep 2012 133,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2011 123,729 miles

both front tyres on limit

Pass 3 Sep 2010 113,234 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 100,454 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 81,877 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 62,530 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 39,772 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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FY53 OSV is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FY53 OSV, 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 FY53 OSV registered?

FY53 OSV is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is FY53 OSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 OSV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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