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K8 HEM

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,676 mi
Last recorded147,676 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 HEM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 147,676 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 146,775 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arm upper bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear subframe slightly corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2024 145,591 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 145,589 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 143,232 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 140,594 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 138,579 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 137,266 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 134,787 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 131,445 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 128,686 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 124,373 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 124,373 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 117,654 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 110,920 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 102,680 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 102,680 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 93,871 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 84,150 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 74,314 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 63,801 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 50,942 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 41,529 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 31,078 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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K8 HEM is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K8 HEM, 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 K8 HEM registered?

K8 HEM is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is K8 HEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 HEM shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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