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AX04 CDV

2004 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

133,552 mi
Last recorded133,552 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 CDV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 133,552 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 130,476 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 125,090 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 125,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (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)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 106,786 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 106,786 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 90,964 miles

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2011 90,741 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 82,741 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 73,555 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 73,407 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 66,485 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 56,114 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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AX04 CDV is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AX04 CDV, 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 AX04 CDV registered?

AX04 CDV is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 16 April 2004.

Is AX04 CDV safe to buy?

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