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HD04 LYF

2004 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,434 mi
Last recorded147,434 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD04 LYF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 147,434 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 128,138 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 111,587 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 110,211 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Lumpy (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 106,609 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2015 106,405 miles

Brake pad wear warning light on,advise brake inspection

Covers fitted upper and lower

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN BADLY ON EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT ADVISE REPLACEMENT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN BADLY ON EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 91,943 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 84,822 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres worn smooth on shoulder(s)

rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 30 Oct 2012 77,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 77,616 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 72,203 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 61,030 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 61,010 miles

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

Brake system advisory system active.

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 38,079 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 38,079 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 36,965 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2008 31,844 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 26,200 miles

both front tyres worn off on edges.

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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HD04 LYF is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HD04 LYF, 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 HD04 LYF registered?

HD04 LYF is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 8 June 2004.

Is HD04 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD04 LYF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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