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AU04 XFX

2004 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,318 mi
Last recorded99,318 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 XFX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 99,318 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 99,308 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 92,293 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 81,994 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2015 81,964 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 74,381 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 67,316 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 67,316 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 60,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Feb 2012 60,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 54,082 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 48,624 miles

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

all tyres cracking up in tread area

Pass 27 Feb 2009 41,950 miles

slight bind to offside rear wheel

Pass 18 Feb 2008 34,876 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 26,760 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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AU04 XFX is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AU04 XFX, 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 AU04 XFX registered?

AU04 XFX is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AU04 XFX safe to buy?

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