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GF53 DXL

2003 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,453 mi
Last recorded150,453 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 DXL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 150,453 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 142,534 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 142,533 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 128,652 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 118,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Sideskirts fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2014 118,814 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Sideskirts fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2013 110,036 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 110,036 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 100,038 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 89,646 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 89,646 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 78,498 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear inner sidelight inop

Pass 19 Jun 2009 69,842 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 96,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine oil leak(s)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 69,842 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 56,857 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 40,789 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 40,789 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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GF53 DXL is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GF53 DXL, 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.

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What year was GF53 DXL registered?

GF53 DXL is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 DXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 DXL shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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