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A3 YCA

2004 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,971 mi
Last recorded132,971 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 YCA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 132,971 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 128,146 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 123,629 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 123,629 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 119,716 miles

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

heavy oil leak from engine area (underside)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 119,716 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

heavy oil leak from engine area (underside)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 110,234 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2012 99,202 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 89,204 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 76,790 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 63,738 miles

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

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

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

removed items from drivers view

Pass 16 Sep 2008 53,535 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 40,842 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 YCA is a 2004 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YCA, 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 YCA registered?

A3 YCA is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 11 February 2004.

Is A3 YCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 YCA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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