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AV54 XUK

2004 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,789 mi
Last recorded121,789 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 XUK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 121,789 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 187,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Mar 2015 187,741 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning light on

Pass 28 Mar 2014 181,527 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 181,505 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 171,410 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 157,585 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 157,583 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 147,769 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 147,769 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 134,989 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 118,286 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2007 99,314 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 98,927 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 XUK is a 2004 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XUK, 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 XUK registered?

AV54 XUK is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is AV54 XUK safe to buy?

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