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MK53 CTX

2003 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

134,345 mi
Last recorded134,345 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 CTX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 134,345 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 134,345 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 122,332 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 122,332 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 122,332 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 122,332 miles

Emissions not tested excessive smoke when revving (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 118,239 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2017 118,239 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 110,692 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 110,691 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 109,280 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 102,679 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 99,880 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2012 98,376 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2011 97,871 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 94,494 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 94,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 84,103 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 80,771 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 77,925 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 77,925 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 73,226 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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MK53 CTX is a 2003 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 MK53 CTX, 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 MK53 CTX registered?

MK53 CTX is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MK53 CTX safe to buy?

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