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ML54 XHP

2004 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

162,135 mi
Last recorded162,135 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 XHP
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 162,135 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 158,898 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 155,569 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 153,718 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 150,793 miles

rear shock absorber covers insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2020 148,249 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 146,792 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear shock dust covers insecure

Pass 25 Sep 2018 145,489 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 145,485 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 142,956 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wall splitting

both front tyre walls splitting

both rear shock covers insecure

Fail 6 Sep 2017 142,953 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear tyre wall splitting

both front tyre walls splitting

both rear shock covers insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2016 139,923 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 136,785 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 135,224 miles

offside rear tyre splitting

Pass 7 Sep 2013 133,319 miles

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

front brake discs in poor condition

Fail 6 Sep 2013 133,319 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 12 Sep 2012 131,209 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 7 Sep 2011 128,826 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 122,652 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 112,406 miles

Nearside Rear 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 12 Aug 2008 102,929 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 99,619 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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ML54 XHP is a 2004 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 ML54 XHP, 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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ML54 XHP is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 22 October 2004.

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