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OW04 LVK

2004 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

246,215 mi
Last recorded246,215 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW04 LVK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 246,215 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres wearing on edges

engine covers fitted

o/s/r flexi pipe to brake pipe has grease on it

Pass 26 Apr 2016 234,040 miles

N/s/f tyre outer wall scuffed

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear pads wearing low

Pass 21 Apr 2015 221,843 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sill and unerd wheel arches covered

engine cover loose

unable to see rear coil springs fully

Fail 20 Apr 2015 221,815 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on edges

both outer sill and unerd wheel arches covered

engine cover loose

unable to see rear coil springs fully

Pass 24 Mar 2014 201,167 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills & wheel arch covers fitted

Fail 24 Mar 2014 201,150 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

Fail 16 Apr 2013 181,077 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

Pass 16 Apr 2013 181,077 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

Pass 16 Apr 2012 157,255 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 157,249 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 119,257 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 99,776 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 99,776 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 80,788 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 10 Aug 2007 60,669 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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OW04 LVK is a 2004 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OW04 LVK, 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 OW04 LVK registered?

OW04 LVK is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 19 August 2004.

Is OW04 LVK safe to buy?

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