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MF53 ZBR

2003 Audi A4

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

128,707 mi
Last recorded128,707 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 ZBR
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 128,707 miles

Rear Brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Fail 25 Jul 2018 128,707 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Aug 2017 122,381 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside rear worn down second skin outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside rear wearing outer edge (4.1.E.1)

advisory under tray cover fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2017 122,332 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag warning light on (5.4.2)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside rear worn down second skin outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside rear wearing outer edge (4.1.E.1)

advisory under tray cover fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2016 110,113 miles

Offside Rear Lamp cracked

Rear Brake discs worn thin

Pass 29 Jun 2015 100,619 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 7 May 2014 91,211 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2014 91,211 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2013 81,602 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 81,602 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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)

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

rear washer jet is not working

Pass 3 Feb 2012 68,727 miles

rear washer jet is not working

Fail 3 Feb 2012 68,727 miles

rear washer jet is not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 60,992 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 58,598 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 50,619 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 42,510 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 34,786 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 34,754 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 26,142 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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MF53 ZBR is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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

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