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GL53 DHV

2003 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,733 mi
Last recorded115,733 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 DHV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 115,733 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 115,733 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 111,011 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 105,773 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 105,773 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 May 2015 99,546 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 94,276 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 85,487 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 77,360 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 77,360 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 71,587 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 69,141 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 65,976 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 51,962 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 35,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GL53 DHV 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 80%.

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 GL53 DHV, 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 GL53 DHV registered?

GL53 DHV is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is GL53 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 DHV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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