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AG04 KCV

2004 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

246,994 mi
Last recorded246,994 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 KCV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2022 246,994 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 246,991 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 243,031 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 183,168 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 159,216 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 148,032 miles

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

minor oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2015 136,240 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Offside Front fog lamp damaged

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

Fail 30 Sep 2015 136,240 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Offside Front fog lamp damaged

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 121,470 miles

offside front tyre right on the legal 1,6mm limit

Fail 14 Jun 2014 121,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 111,208 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2013 111,208 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 99,967 miles

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

offside rear shock absorber has approximately 10mm of free play in the cylinder

Pass 2 Jul 2011 89,439 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 89,439 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 83,762 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2010 83,762 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 76,988 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 76,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 69,853 miles

centre rear seat belt catch casing missing

engine management light on

large cut on nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 26 Jul 2007 58,363 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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AG04 KCV is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AG04 KCV, 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.

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What year was AG04 KCV registered?

AG04 KCV is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 9 August 2004.

Is AG04 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG04 KCV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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