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MF53 ZBP

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

244,962 mi
Last recorded244,962 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 ZBP
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 244,962 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

e/m/light on desh

Pass 30 Aug 2016 237,885 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 225,355 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2014 214,451 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2014 214,435 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 202,780 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 194,282 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

airbag light is on

Fail 18 Oct 2012 194,282 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

airbag light is on

Pass 11 Oct 2011 186,249 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 178,719 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 169,982 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 162,634 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 153,473 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 132,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Low On Tread.

Offside Front Tyre Low On Tread.

Stonechips In Front Windscreen.

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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MF53 ZBP is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MF53 ZBP, 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 MF53 ZBP registered?

MF53 ZBP is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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