Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_53 (total INTEGER, fa_cup INTEGER)
### Question:
What is the highest total number of appearances when there were less than 4 at the FA cup?
### Answer:
SELECT MAX(total) FROM table_name_53 WHERE fa_cup < 4