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WG04 YMS

2004 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

170,019 mi
Last recorded170,019 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG04 YMS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2014 170,019 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 157,577 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 157,577 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 138,841 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2011 122,931 miles

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

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

both front brake discs slighty worn

Fail 5 Dec 2011 122,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

both front brake discs slighty worn

Pass 24 Nov 2010 104,417 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside rear brake binding slightly when rotated by hand

Fail 23 Nov 2010 104,404 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Oil leak

nearside rear brake binding slightly when rotated by hand

Pass 3 Dec 2009 86,290 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Dec 2009 86,290 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 65,340 miles

PLASTIC FLOOR PAN COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION OF PRESCRIBED AREA'S

Pass 14 Jun 2007 46,943 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 46,943 miles

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

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

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

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 YMS is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YMS, 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 YMS registered?

WG04 YMS is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 2 July 2004.

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The MOT history for WG04 YMS shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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