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GV53 FHR

2003 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,671 mi
Last recorded162,671 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 FHR
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 162,671 miles

front tyres 3mm

Pass 5 Dec 2015 156,211 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bottom drop link bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bottom drop link bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

centre heat shield insecure

engine management light on

oil leak

under trays fitted too vehicle

Fail 3 Dec 2015 156,211 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bottom drop link bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bottom drop link bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

centre heat shield insecure

engine management light on

oil leak

under trays fitted too vehicle

Pass 26 Oct 2012 142,826 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 142,826 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 130,236 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 115,186 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 98,623 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 78,679 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 60,667 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 47,387 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 47,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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GV53 FHR is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GV53 FHR, 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 GV53 FHR registered?

GV53 FHR is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is GV53 FHR safe to buy?

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