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AY04 TFK

2004 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,959 mi
Last recorded143,959 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 TFK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 143,959 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 143,959 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 128,170 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear BRAKE PLATE POOR

Pass 25 Sep 2018 118,243 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 105,409 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2017 105,409 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 93,807 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 82,996 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 75,436 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 66,632 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 66,630 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r brake bind

Pass 15 Feb 2013 61,478 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 58,693 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 54,063 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 54,063 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 47,153 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 47,152 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 43,334 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 36,219 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 36,214 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 30,005 miles

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

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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AY04 TFK is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 AY04 TFK, 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 AY04 TFK registered?

AY04 TFK is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 4 August 2004.

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