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AP54 CPX

2004 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,268 mi
Last recorded119,268 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 CPX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 119,268 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 117,748 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 117,210 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 116,015 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 113,897 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 110,994 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 110,430 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 110,420 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 107,164 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 107,098 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 104,612 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 101,829 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 22 Jun 2016 99,035 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 99,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 93,694 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 87,358 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 81,000 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 73,752 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 14 Jul 2011 66,428 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 61,332 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 50,274 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)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 45,643 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 41,467 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 41,467 miles

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

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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AP54 CPX is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AP54 CPX, 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 AP54 CPX registered?

AP54 CPX is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 27 November 2004.

Is AP54 CPX safe to buy?

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