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BL04 HLG

2004 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,487 mi
Last recorded103,487 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2012
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL04 HLG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2012 103,487 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 94,323 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 94,323 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2010 73,498 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 73,486 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 101,501 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

osf and nsf discs are slightly corroded

osr and nsr discs are slightly corroded

osr tyre is slightly worn

Pass 27 Aug 2008 98,238 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 90,783 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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BL04 HLG is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL04 HLG, 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 BL04 HLG registered?

BL04 HLG is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 7 June 2004.

Is BL04 HLG safe to buy?

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