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AW04 ETK

2004 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

100,662 mi
Last recorded100,662 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW04 ETK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 100,662 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front disc lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

engine mounting bush worn

engine slight noise

middle exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2021 99,592 miles

M.I.L light on

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 99,399 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view out of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

under cover fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2019 98,650 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2019 98,647 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 96,557 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 96,557 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 94,326 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 94,326 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 91,146 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 89,378 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 24 Mar 2015 89,378 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 86,433 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 86,433 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 82,490 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 79,158 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 71,906 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 70,329 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 68,947 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 65,412 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 63,666 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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AW04 ETK is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ETK, 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.

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What year was AW04 ETK registered?

AW04 ETK is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 24 July 2004.

Is AW04 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW04 ETK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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