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AF04 HTV

2004 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

112,569 mi
Last recorded112,569 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 HTV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 112,569 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 99,756 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 99,756 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 92,872 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 92,872 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 88,342 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 84,759 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 81,953 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 81,953 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 75,097 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 63,423 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 55,127 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 46,242 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 37,404 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 23,822 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 23,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2007 12,265 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 12,265 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AF04 HTV is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 93,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF04 HTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF04 HTV registered?

AF04 HTV is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 9 August 2004.

Is AF04 HTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 HTV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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