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YC04 VNM

2004 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

112,719 mi
Last recorded112,719 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2012
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2012 112,719 miles

Coolant level low

Front brake discs worn/lipped

Oil level low - topped up

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 1 Apr 2011 107,922 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 92,953 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2010 92,953 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 77,340 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 77,340 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 66,064 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

advise front number plate cracked

advise n/s/f tyre cracking

advise n/s/r tyre tread depth at 2.76mm limit being 1.60mm

advise o/s/f door fouling on o/s/f wing edge

advise o/s/f tyre wearing off on inside edge

Fail 4 Apr 2008 66,064 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

advise front number plate cracked

advise n/s/f tyre cracking

advise n/s/r tyre tread depth at 2.76mm limit being 1.60mm

advise o/s/f door fouling on o/s/f wing edge

advise o/s/f tyre wearing off on inside edge

Pass 5 Apr 2007 48,355 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 48,355 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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 VNM is a 2004 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VNM, 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

How do I check the history of YC04 VNM?

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What year was YC04 VNM registered?

YC04 VNM is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is YC04 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC04 VNM shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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