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A3 OYG

2004 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

187,622 mi
Last recorded187,622 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 OYG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 187,622 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 173,519 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 173,519 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 162,829 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 148,790 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 133,857 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 119,388 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 108,765 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 101,954 miles

bolt missing/engine under tray insecure at rear on offside

oil level showing overfilled on dip stick

plastic caps missing from offside rear/nearside front wheel nuts

timing belt replacement due on age/mleage [see owners handbook]

Pass 16 Oct 2010 97,597 miles

engine light on

Pass 8 Aug 2009 92,866 miles

engine management warning lamp on

underside of vehicle covered

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 87,083 miles

surface corrosion on all discs(brakes may be noisy and efficiency reduced untill brakes bedded in)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 78,002 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 OYG is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A3 OYG, 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 A3 OYG registered?

A3 OYG is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 4 October 2004.

Is A3 OYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 OYG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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