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AF04 VTZ

2004 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

169,461 mi
Last recorded169,461 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 VTZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 169,461 miles

Difficult to get into gear.

Engine warning light on.

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 152,311 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 134,899 miles

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

off side mirror cracked

offside front undertray loose

Pass 18 Apr 2011 124,407 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 124,392 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 148,720 miles

drivers door mirror cracked

Pass 27 Feb 2009 129,911 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 107,939 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 107,939 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 78,214 miles

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

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

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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AF04 VTZ is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF04 VTZ, 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 AF04 VTZ registered?

AF04 VTZ is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AF04 VTZ safe to buy?

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