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MF53 ZZU

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

181,871 mi
Last recorded181,871 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 181,871 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 170,076 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 149,216 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 149,216 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 129,377 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 129,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2010 114,056 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 114,056 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 101,633 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

pads low alround will require discs when renewed-small split in o/s mirror-2ltrs of oil added to do emissions test

Fail 27 Jan 2009 101,632 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

pads low alround will require discs when renewed-small split in o/s mirror-2ltrs of oil added to do emissions test

Pass 31 Jan 2008 79,725 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 62,099 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 55,796 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 55,795 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 ZZU 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 64.3%.

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 ZZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MF53 ZZU?

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What year was MF53 ZZU registered?

MF53 ZZU is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is MF53 ZZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 ZZU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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