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AJ53 SMV

2004 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,364 mi
Last recorded151,364 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 SMV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2015 151,364 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside rear seat belt defective

Pass 15 Nov 2014 147,598 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 101,631 miles

n/s o/s rear brake pads becoming low

Pass 3 Jan 2013 93,291 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 78,760 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2011 69,297 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 54,898 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 38,498 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 4 Jan 2008 29,075 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 18,908 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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AJ53 SMV is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AJ53 SMV, 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 AJ53 SMV registered?

AJ53 SMV is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is AJ53 SMV safe to buy?

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