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AU54 VJV

2004 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

86,148 mi
Last recorded86,148 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 VJV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 86,148 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 80,086 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 74,210 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 70,670 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 67,334 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 67,334 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 62,590 miles

o/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 7 Oct 2013 53,309 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 53,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 43,695 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 43,695 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 30,802 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 30,715 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 20,053 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 10,700 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 9,216 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 7,106 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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AU54 VJV is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AU54 VJV, 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 AU54 VJV registered?

AU54 VJV is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is AU54 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 VJV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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