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DF53 UZU

2004 Audi A2

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

139,023 mi
Last recorded139,023 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 UZU
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 139,023 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 139,019 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust heat shield loose, rear silencer

Pass 15 Jan 2025 130,854 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 130,849 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking caliper (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 124,326 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil leak.

front and rear discs corroded.

Fail 21 Dec 2023 124,324 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil leak.

front and rear discs corroded.

Pass 9 Jan 2023 121,874 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 5 Jan 2022 118,267 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 118,267 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 112,869 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 108,555 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 108,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2019 104,277 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 99,352 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 93,246 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner sidewall cracking.

Pass 7 Jan 2016 87,316 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 80,433 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 80,433 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 71,569 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 62,631 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 55,510 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 46,525 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 46,525 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 40,429 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 35,188 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 29,138 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 20,982 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DF53 UZU is a 2004 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 DF53 UZU, 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 DF53 UZU registered?

DF53 UZU is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is DF53 UZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 UZU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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