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BF04 UVA

2004 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,113 mi
Last recorded147,113 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 UVA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 147,113 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 135,439 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 135,439 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 124,519 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 124,519 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 110,225 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 94,268 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 79,845 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 65,870 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 47,517 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 35,728 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,298 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 23,298 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BF04 UVA is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BF04 UVA, 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 BF04 UVA registered?

BF04 UVA is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 19 July 2004.

Is BF04 UVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF04 UVA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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