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AO53 AHC

2004 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

177,617 mi
Last recorded177,617 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 AHC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 177,617 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 169,263 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 159,780 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 149,963 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 May 2013 149,962 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 136,556 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 130,277 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 130,277 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 114,270 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 91,133 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 67,630 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 51,756 miles

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

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

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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AO53 AHC is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AO53 AHC, 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 AO53 AHC registered?

AO53 AHC is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is AO53 AHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 AHC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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