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AJ04 BZD

2004 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

146,297 mi
Last recorded146,297 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 BZD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 146,297 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 140,303 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 132,325 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 123,718 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 123,718 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2018 123,718 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 114,689 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 114,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 107,287 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 107,277 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 98,682 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 89,598 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 89,598 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 82,167 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 82,162 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 72,954 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 64,671 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 64,671 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 56,151 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 44,794 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 35,403 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 25,763 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

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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AJ04 BZD is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 AJ04 BZD, 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 AJ04 BZD registered?

AJ04 BZD is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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