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H5 SBC

2004 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,159 mi
Last recorded53,159 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 SBC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 53,159 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 53,124 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 51,510 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 49,829 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear lens broken

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 47,715 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 47,682 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 45,750 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 43,826 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 41,625 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 39,491 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 37,329 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 35,094 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 32,897 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 30,650 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 28,211 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 25,686 miles

nearside rear trye cracking outer wall

oil level on min.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 22,907 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 19,965 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 17,338 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 14,311 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 11,108 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 26 Feb 2007 7,487 miles

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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H5 SBC is a 2004 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 H5 SBC, 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

How do I check the history of H5 SBC?

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What year was H5 SBC registered?

H5 SBC is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is H5 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 SBC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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