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LW53 ELH

2004 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,050 mi
Last recorded134,050 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 ELH
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 134,050 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 May 2015 129,057 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2014 116,806 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 110,229 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 7 May 2013 110,229 miles

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2012 102,625 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine warning light on

Pass 8 Apr 2011 95,525 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 95,523 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 86,339 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 86,339 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

drivers seat has slight play in the base

patical check of rear seat belts due to child seats fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2009 77,787 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Apr 2008 71,658 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 55,806 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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LW53 ELH is a 2004 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LW53 ELH, 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 LW53 ELH registered?

LW53 ELH is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is LW53 ELH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW53 ELH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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