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FY53 OTW

2003 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

162,828 mi
Last recorded162,828 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 OTW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 162,828 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 162,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 152,867 miles

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

all front upper suspension arm bushes are starting to perish

both front and nearside rear tyres are getting low

front brake discs are showing signs of wear

Pass 6 Sep 2014 142,228 miles

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

n/s/r tyre worn close to limit 235/45/17y

various suspension bushes starting to perish

Fail 6 Sep 2014 142,228 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre worn close to limit 235/45/17y

various suspension bushes starting to perish

Pass 21 Sep 2013 132,563 miles

various suspension bushes starting to perish

Pass 15 Sep 2012 121,648 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 111,644 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 101,390 miles

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

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

Offside 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 25 Sep 2009 90,893 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 90,893 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 79,560 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 79,560 miles

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

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

front discs just mot legal/unable to cofirm condition of inner pads

rear pads low

Pass 27 Sep 2007 65,502 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 53,769 miles

Nearside 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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FY53 OTW is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FY53 OTW, 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 OTW registered?

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

Is FY53 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 OTW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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