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A3 LTK

2004 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,378 mi
Last recorded162,378 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 LTK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2021 162,378 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Exhaust system insecure rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative n/s/f and o/s/f (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

front suspension components corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2020 151,711 miles

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

Offside 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 151,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 147,755 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 147,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 138,434 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 138,426 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 124,561 miles

Nearside Front brake disc backplates rusty

Nearside Rear brake disc backplates rusty

Nearside Rear rake disc worn still within limmits

Nearside Rear tyre perished in sidewall

Offside Front brake disc backplates rusty

Offside Rear brake disc backplate rusty

Offside Rear tyre perished in sidewall

Pass 12 Aug 2016 117,225 miles

Both rear tyres are perished and stepped

Pass 1 Aug 2015 108,672 miles

Emissions high but just pasted

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 99,045 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 99,045 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 87,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 78,050 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 71,093 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 65,605 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 65,605 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2009 54,199 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 54,199 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 35,613 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 28,774 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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A3 LTK is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A3 LTK, 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.

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What year was A3 LTK registered?

A3 LTK is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is A3 LTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 LTK shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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