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LS53 MLU

2004 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

166,963 mi
Last recorded166,963 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 MLU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 166,963 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2018 166,963 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 156,557 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 149,040 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 142,652 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 137,200 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 133,192 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 130,124 miles

Nearside front, front and rear upper wishbone arms starting to split

Offside front, front and rear upper wishbone arms starting to split

Fail 12 Apr 2012 130,124 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front, front and rear upper wishbone arms starting to split

Offside front, front and rear upper wishbone arms starting to split

Pass 18 Mar 2011 120,837 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 120,837 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 108,426 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 108,426 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 90,997 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 65,587 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 35,603 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 35,603 miles

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

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

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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LS53 MLU is a 2004 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LS53 MLU, 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 LS53 MLU registered?

LS53 MLU is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 10 February 2004.

Is LS53 MLU safe to buy?

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