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FY53 OTN

2003 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

159,834 mi
Last recorded159,834 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 OTN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 159,834 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2017 159,834 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 149,653 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 131,667 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2015 131,165 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 115,397 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 115,220 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 99,438 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 86,853 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 86,837 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 78,255 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 70,698 miles

front tyres wearing on edges of tread

Pass 25 Feb 2009 61,825 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 61,825 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 51,403 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 40,787 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 OTN is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol 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 FY53 OTN, 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 OTN registered?

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

Is FY53 OTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 OTN 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.

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