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BN54 HBE

2004 Audi A2

Black Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,757 mi
Last recorded59,757 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 HBE
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 59,757 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative

Fail 2 Feb 2026 59,757 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Reversing lamp inoperative

Pass 7 Feb 2025 58,907 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear tyre soft

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 58,907 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear tyre soft

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached retaining bolts finger tight and half way out (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 58,200 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 57,596 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 56,868 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 55,761 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 55,021 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 52,880 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 51,682 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 25 Oct 2016 49,747 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 6 Nov 2015 48,040 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 44,792 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 41,388 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 41,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 40,168 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 37,013 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 31,638 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 25,913 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 25,913 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 19,973 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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BN54 HBE is a 2004 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 82,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN54 HBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN54 HBE registered?

BN54 HBE is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is BN54 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 HBE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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