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MK04 GWV

2004 Audi A4

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,892 mi
Last recorded93,892 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 GWV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 93,892 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 93,892 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 93,801 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 93,801 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 91,483 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 88,179 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 88,179 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2017 85,552 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 81,090 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 81,088 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 80,277 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced beam pattern faded (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 77,064 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 29 Oct 2014 77,062 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 73,919 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 14 Nov 2013 73,919 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 22 Nov 2012 71,119 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 71,119 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 68,616 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 65,706 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 65,673 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Collars cracked on rear anti roll bar

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 63,669 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 58,331 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 58,045 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall

rear anti roll bar, mounting sleeves cracked.

Pass 20 Apr 2007 49,702 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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MK04 GWV is a 2004 Audi A4 in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MK04 GWV, 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 MK04 GWV registered?

MK04 GWV is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 15 May 2004.

Is MK04 GWV safe to buy?

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