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AW04 ESG

2004 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

170,614 mi
Last recorded170,614 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW04 ESG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 170,614 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 164,793 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear both side back plates corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2016 159,564 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 153,208 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 146,252 miles

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

Nearside of windscreen damaged outside of the swept area

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 133,621 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

t/c w/light on.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 118,456 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 103,464 miles

damage to o/s front sill

front brake pad's getting low

Fail 23 Aug 2010 103,463 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

damage to o/s front sill

front brake pad's getting low

Pass 24 Jul 2009 89,004 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 75,359 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 57,995 miles

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

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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AW04 ESG is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AW04 ESG, 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 AW04 ESG registered?

AW04 ESG is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 13 July 2004.

Is AW04 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW04 ESG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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