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YC54 YTZ

2004 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

144,161 mi
Last recorded144,161 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 YTZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2020 144,161 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 114,362 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 101,217 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 96,071 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 96,071 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 89,458 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 84,627 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 79,144 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 73,451 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 73,451 miles

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)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 65,894 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 61,219 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 55,685 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 44,863 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 33,202 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 33,154 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)

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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YC54 YTZ is a 2004 Audi A3 in Silver with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YC54 YTZ, 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 YC54 YTZ registered?

YC54 YTZ is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is YC54 YTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC54 YTZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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