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AX04 DZP

2004 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

177,881 mi
Last recorded177,881 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 DZP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 177,881 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 169,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 167,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 166,056 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 166,049 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 163,794 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 163,794 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 153,625 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Nov 2018 148,335 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 144,069 miles

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)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 140,347 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 135,382 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 132,356 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 123,325 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 119,300 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 137,899 miles

Both front tyres getting low inside edges

Front pads low

Rear number plate delaminating

Stone chips in windscreen

Fail 5 Dec 2011 137,899 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front pads low

Both front tyres getting low inside edges

Rear number plate delaminating

Stone chips in windscreen

Pass 10 Nov 2010 115,242 miles

Both front tyres WORN TO LEGAL LIMIT 205 55 16

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 30 May 2009 88,827 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 64,615 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 40,608 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 DZP is a 2004 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AX04 DZP, 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 AX04 DZP registered?

AX04 DZP is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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