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DF53 ZRL

2004 Audi A2

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

125,442 mi
Last recorded125,442 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 ZRL
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 125,442 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive very near to exhaust please keep checked (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread to max limit (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 125,441 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding foot or hand brake ? note wheel bearing not tested ? (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive very near to exhaust please keep checked (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread to max limit (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 112,896 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 112,895 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 105,055 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 98,126 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 89,996 miles

both headlamps misted

Fail 3 Sep 2015 89,991 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

both headlamps misted

Pass 5 Sep 2014 83,425 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2014 83,425 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 77,492 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 71,080 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 65,386 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 58,243 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 52,788 miles

front tyres are wearing on there inner edges

Pass 27 Aug 2008 46,751 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 38,016 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 38,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front discs edged.

Pass 2 Feb 2007 32,370 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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DF53 ZRL is a 2004 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 ZRL, 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.

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What year was DF53 ZRL registered?

DF53 ZRL is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is DF53 ZRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 ZRL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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