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LB53 MGJ

2004 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,889 mi
Last recorded136,889 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 MGJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 136,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cut but does not expose ply cords

Offside Front tyre cut but does not expose ply cords

Offside Rear tyre cut but does not expose ply cords

Fail 27 Feb 2016 136,889 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre cut but does not expose ply cords

Offside Front tyre cut but does not expose ply cords

Offside Rear tyre cut but does not expose ply cords

Pass 1 Nov 2014 128,282 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front and rear brake discs heavily corroded and lipped on edges.

Fail 1 Nov 2014 128,282 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front and rear brake discs heavily corroded and lipped on edges.

Pass 16 Nov 2013 116,177 miles

both rear tyre sidewalls poor (no cords visible)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 98,148 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 98,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 95,504 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 90,559 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 83,856 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 83,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 56,769 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 30,764 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 30,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 14,724 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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LB53 MGJ is a 2004 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LB53 MGJ, 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 LB53 MGJ registered?

LB53 MGJ is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is LB53 MGJ safe to buy?

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