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MK53 CUA

2003 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,532 mi
Last recorded149,532 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 CUA
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 149,532 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 149,532 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 147,206 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides to calipers please keep checked (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 145,938 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 145,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 145,480 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2017 145,472 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 145,320 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 145,079 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 144,540 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 143,780 miles

Both front tyres cracking between treads

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 143,191 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 142,452 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 141,427 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 140,115 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 138,295 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 130,551 miles

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)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 118,133 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 CUA is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MK53 CUA, 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 CUA registered?

MK53 CUA is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is MK53 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK53 CUA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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