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OK53 SJB

2003 Audi A4

Black Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

91,000 mi
Last recorded91,000 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOK53 SJB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 91,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 88,205 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 81,897 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT AND REAR ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT AND REAR ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 81,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT AND REAR ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT AND REAR ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 79,236 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 79,234 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated And Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated And Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (And Perishing/Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 76,518 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2020 73,380 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 71,688 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 63,738 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 61,872 miles

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

brake pipes coated in substance

under trays fitted obscuring view of certain components

Pass 8 Sep 2016 60,515 miles

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

rear springs not fully visible

under trays fitted obscuring view of certain under side components

Pass 9 Sep 2015 51,804 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 39,785 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 35,432 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 35,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 32,757 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 29,365 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 26,637 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 26,637 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 22,840 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 19,051 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 13,252 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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OK53 SJB is a 2003 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 OK53 SJB, 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

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What year was OK53 SJB registered?

OK53 SJB is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is OK53 SJB safe to buy?

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