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AD53 BKZ

2004 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,163 mi
Last recorded121,163 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 BKZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 121,163 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Mar 2016 121,145 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2015 109,892 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 106,724 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml on

nsf tyre has cut to side wall however no cords are exposed

Fail 24 Feb 2014 106,724 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml on

nsf tyre has cut to side wall however no cords are exposed

Pass 9 Mar 2013 98,059 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r shock absorber dust cover broken

Pass 5 Mar 2012 87,003 miles

EML on

Pass 11 Dec 2010 71,509 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 71,509 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 57,408 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 45,690 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 36,763 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 28,399 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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AD53 BKZ is a 2004 Audi A3 in Silver with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AD53 BKZ, 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 AD53 BKZ registered?

AD53 BKZ is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is AD53 BKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 BKZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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