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GF04 VPL

2004 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,142 mi
Last recorded145,142 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF04 VPL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 145,142 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 145,139 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 144,605 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 143,293 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 141,006 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 141,004 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 137,727 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 134,749 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2011 134,749 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 131,069 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 125,654 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 Oct 2008 120,740 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 92,900 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 92,897 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres worn

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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GF04 VPL is a 2004 Audi A4 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,966 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 GF04 VPL, 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 22 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 GF04 VPL registered?

GF04 VPL is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is GF04 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF04 VPL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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