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HK04 DGX

2004 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

228,784 mi
Last recorded228,784 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK04 DGX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 228,784 miles

OSR BRAKE BINDING SLIGHTLY

Fail 17 May 2017 228,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

OSR BRAKE BINDING SLIGHTLY

Pass 18 May 2016 216,590 miles

Front number plate damaged but not causing it from being read correctly

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top front suspension arm rear bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top rear suspension arm rear bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top front suspension arm rear bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top rear suspension arm bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre puncture repair faulty but, no cords exposed.

Fail 17 May 2016 216,584 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front number plate damaged but not causing it from being read correctly

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top front suspension arm rear bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top rear suspension arm rear bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm center 3/4 and worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top front suspension arm rear bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush top rear suspension arm bush perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre puncture repair faulty but, no cords exposed.

Pass 18 May 2015 201,842 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

movement in front lower arm inner bush's

rear anti-rollbar bush's worn

Fail 18 May 2015 201,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

movement in front lower arm inner bush's

rear anti-rollbar bush's worn

Pass 15 May 2014 183,087 miles

both nearside front top suspension arm inner bushes deteriorated but no play

nearside rear anti roll bar plastic bush broken but no movement

offside front top suspension arms inner bushes deteriorated but no play

offside rear shock absorber dust shield broken

Fail 15 May 2014 183,084 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both nearside front top suspension arm inner bushes deteriorated but no play

nearside rear anti roll bar plastic bush broken but no movement

offside front top suspension arms inner bushes deteriorated but no play

offside rear shock absorber dust shield broken

Pass 10 May 2013 160,412 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 145,005 miles

Air bag warning lamp is illuminated,which is a fail,but no reason for rejection is available on VOSA computer yet.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2012 145,005 miles

Air bag warning lamp is illuminated,which is a fail,but no reason for rejection is available on VOSA computer yet.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2011 129,147 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 129,147 miles

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 20 May 2010 112,771 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 96,825 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light stays on

cracks in windscreen

exhaust tailpipe damaged

Pass 2 May 2008 78,082 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 10 May 2007 58,510 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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HK04 DGX is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 HK04 DGX, 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.

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What year was HK04 DGX registered?

HK04 DGX is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is HK04 DGX safe to buy?

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