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YC04 MVR

2004 Audi A2

Black Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,423 mi
Last recorded165,423 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC04 MVR
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 165,423 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 165,423 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 161,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 159,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 12 Apr 2023 159,597 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 152,989 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 140,306 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 128,837 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 120,499 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 112,335 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 112,335 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 103,103 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 96,925 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 89,608 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 81,026 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 69,879 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 59,633 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 52,745 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 52,745 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 45,808 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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YC04 MVR is a 2004 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC04 MVR, 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 YC04 MVR registered?

YC04 MVR is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 25 March 2004.

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