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YC04 SWB

2004 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

113,058 mi
Last recorded113,058 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC04 SWB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 113,058 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2021 113,058 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured snapped and anti roll bar link age rubbing on drive shaft ,,,very dangerous (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

very wet and covered in snow under side

Pass 11 Jul 2019 106,294 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2019 106,294 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 101,067 miles

Engine oil leak

Front Brake discs wear lipped

Nearside Front Drop link gaiter started to split, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to limit (2mm)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to limit (2mm)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre cracking around outer tread

Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable items

Pass 12 Jul 2017 90,359 miles

Front Brake discs corroded around edge

Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable items

Fail 12 Jul 2017 90,358 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake discs corroded around edge

Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable items

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 85,012 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 85,004 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Oct 2015 83,033 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

both front wipers smear slightly/noisy

no coolant,only water

service spanner light on

Fail 3 Oct 2015 83,033 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

no coolant,only water

service spanner light on

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

both front wipers smear slightly/noisy

Pass 28 Jul 2014 73,969 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 73,969 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 64,008 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 64,008 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 54,418 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 54,407 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

o/s/r dics corrored

Pass 19 Jul 2011 49,401 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 44,320 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 38,773 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 32,628 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 25,729 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 23,906 miles

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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YC04 SWB is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 YC04 SWB, 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 YC04 SWB registered?

YC04 SWB is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 4 March 2004.

Is YC04 SWB safe to buy?

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