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YC54 TZL

2004 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,650 mi
Last recorded161,650 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 TZL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 161,650 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 147,558 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 147,551 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

EML illuminated

Pass 28 Aug 2013 135,983 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 16 Aug 2012 128,001 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 122,241 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 116,427 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 109,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Sep 2009 109,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 103,873 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 84,332 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 84,332 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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YC54 TZL is a 2004 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YC54 TZL, 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 YC54 TZL registered?

YC54 TZL is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is YC54 TZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC54 TZL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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