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AV54 FHJ

2004 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

126,958 mi
Last recorded126,958 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 FHJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 126,958 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 121,016 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 111,239 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 99,445 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 89,911 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 79,534 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2020 72,026 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 63,121 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 62,262 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 61,597 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 51,028 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 57,435 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 49,624 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 44,430 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 36,102 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

both rear tyres starting to crack in the tread

Fail 4 Apr 2012 36,102 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

both rear tyres starting to crack in the tread

Pass 28 Mar 2011 30,366 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 30,366 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 26,748 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 23,199 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 16,632 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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AV54 FHJ is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AV54 FHJ, 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 AV54 FHJ registered?

AV54 FHJ is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is AV54 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 FHJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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