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FY53 OTM

2003 Audi A4

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

99,913 mi
Last recorded99,913 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 OTM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 99,913 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and Arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 90,788 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush nearside and offside rear arm inner bush in shacker plates (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 90,779 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush nearside and offside rear arm inner bush in shacker plates (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 79,648 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 69,479 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 69,479 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 65,229 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 65,229 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 60,534 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 55,184 miles

battery inscure

Pass 6 Mar 2012 49,152 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake imbalance at 23%

Pass 12 Nov 2010 40,875 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 33,858 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 22,546 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 18,078 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 14,105 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 OTM is a 2003 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OTM, 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 OTM registered?

FY53 OTM is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FY53 OTM safe to buy?

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