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AJ04 XVU

2004 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

179,494 mi
Last recorded179,494 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 XVU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 179,494 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 169,130 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 146,616 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 143,514 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 130,987 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 122,667 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 111,645 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 17 Sep 2013 99,927 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 12 Sep 2012 92,553 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 16 Sep 2011 83,934 miles

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

emissions high for model

Pass 16 Sep 2010 76,423 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 68,349 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)

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

offside rear tyre sidewall deteriorated

Fail 17 Sep 2009 68,164 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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)

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall deteriorated

Pass 5 Sep 2008 50,778 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 29,502 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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AJ04 XVU is a 2004 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AJ04 XVU, 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 AJ04 XVU registered?

AJ04 XVU is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is AJ04 XVU safe to buy?

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