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RX54 ZLV

2004 Audi A2

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

146,449 mi
Last recorded146,449 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 ZLV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 146,449 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 140,014 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2024 140,000 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction does not illuminate (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Oct 2023 138,596 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Oct 2022 135,398 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 135,398 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 131,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 108,539 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 81,409 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 75,687 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 73,222 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 70,919 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 67,447 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 64,724 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 62,031 miles

both front tyres are worn on edges and starting to perish

Pass 6 Oct 2012 58,350 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 51,129 miles

Front anti-roll-bar inner mount sleeves coming adrift both sides of car

Nearside rear shock absorber bump-stop adrift from top of dust cover

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear tyre starting to perish and wear slightly out of shape and close to limit on inner edge of tread 175/60 VR 15

Pass 16 Oct 2010 43,731 miles

Offside rear tyre starting to perish in tread slightly

Pass 17 Oct 2009 38,063 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish and wear slightly out of shape on inner shoulders of tread 175/60 TR 15

Nearside front tyre tread wearing on inner shoulder

Pass 10 Oct 2008 29,521 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 20,022 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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RX54 ZLV is a 2004 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RX54 ZLV, 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 RX54 ZLV registered?

RX54 ZLV is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is RX54 ZLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 ZLV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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