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WG04 TMZ

2004 Audi A3

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

156,502 mi
Last recorded156,502 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG04 TMZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 156,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 149,147 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 147,143 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 144,288 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 144,280 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 142,221 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 139,703 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 136,685 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 133,981 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 131,428 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 131,428 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 126,687 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear brake is binding, investigation suggested

Fail 23 Mar 2017 126,687 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake is binding, investigation suggested

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 121,994 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded

front number plate cracked

Fail 11 Apr 2016 121,992 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded

front number plate cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2015 114,865 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 111,491 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

windscreen wipers smearing

centre rear seatbelt operational though function impaired

fuel filter corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2013 106,322 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 106,266 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

offside rear brake disc dis-coloured due to excessive heat.

Pass 19 Apr 2012 100,042 miles

rear washer inop

Pass 21 Apr 2011 94,798 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 89,769 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 89,769 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 80,891 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 66,750 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2007 49,084 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 49,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

oil leak from rear axel

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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WG04 TMZ is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 WG04 TMZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG04 TMZ registered?

WG04 TMZ is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is WG04 TMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG04 TMZ 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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