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DE54 ETY

2004 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

185,042 mi
Last recorded185,042 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A282,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 ETY
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 185,042 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-chassis / suspension & Brake components corroded.

Fail 29 Mar 2018 185,042 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-chassis / suspension & Brake components corroded.

Pass 17 Jan 2017 168,136 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2015 158,933 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

windscreen chipped

Fail 1 Dec 2015 158,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

windscreen chipped

Pass 10 Dec 2014 149,392 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 149,392 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 127,833 miles

front shock absorbers damp

Fail 11 Dec 2013 127,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front shock absorbers damp

Pass 10 Dec 2012 103,519 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 83,969 miles

n/s/rear indicator showing slight white light

n/s/rear shock absorber slightly weak

Fail 7 Dec 2011 83,969 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/rear indicator showing slight white light

n/s/rear shock absorber slightly weak

Pass 9 Dec 2010 64,100 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 64,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 43,820 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 43,820 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 37,781 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 37,781 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 29,550 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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DE54 ETY is a 2004 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2004 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 82,862 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 A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE54 ETY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE54 ETY registered?

DE54 ETY is a 2004 Audi A2, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is DE54 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE54 ETY shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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