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YC53 EDG

2004 Audi A2

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,464 mi
Last recorded164,464 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 EDG
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 164,464 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 May 2025 162,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 159,677 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 159,676 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 158,523 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2023 158,522 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rocker Cover Gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 157,500 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rocker Cover Gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 156,751 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2021 156,751 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components Anti Roll Bar Link (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components Anti Roll Bar Link (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jan 2020 154,216 miles

heat shield above rear exhaust insecure

Pass 26 Nov 2018 142,606 miles

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

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

heat shield above exhaust insecure

Pass 14 Nov 2017 123,277 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 123,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

n/s/r tyre close to limit

Pass 3 Nov 2016 109,511 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2016 106,417 miles

advise n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2015 98,859 miles

advise both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 9 May 2014 92,880 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 87,792 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 79,887 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 75,853 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 68,898 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2009 68,799 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 57,240 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 13 Jun 2007 47,427 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 37,958 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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YC53 EDG is a 2004 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 YC53 EDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC53 EDG registered?

YC53 EDG is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is YC53 EDG safe to buy?

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