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KS53 BDZ

2003 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,885 mi
Last recorded151,885 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 BDZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 151,885 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 139,064 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 139,064 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 129,250 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 122,863 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 113,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 113,527 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 104,811 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 104,811 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Dec 2012 95,131 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 95,131 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 86,177 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 65,928 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 55,276 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 36,316 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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KS53 BDZ is a 2003 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 KS53 BDZ, 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 KS53 BDZ registered?

KS53 BDZ is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is KS53 BDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 BDZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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