Archived DVLA Record

2004 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · MB04 CSV

MB04 CSV

2004 Audi A3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10/07/2004. Recorded mileage 171,797 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
MOT Status
Valid until 15/06/2024
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
171,797 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 15/06/2024
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2004
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT on 2023-06-16 recorded a pass at 171,797 miles. However, the vehicle had two failures in 2023 (2023-02-15 and 2023-06-13), both at the same mileage. No defects were recorded in any MOT entry, including these failures. This suggests the issues were likely minor or non-critical, but the repeated failures indicate potential recurring problems with the vehicle’s systems. The MOT history shows no pattern of defects or safety-critical issues. The 2022-01-25 pass and 2020-11-14 pass also had no defects. While the 2023 failures are concerning, the absence of recorded defects implies they may not have involved significant mechanical or safety risks. However, the frequency of failures in a short period raises questions about the vehicle’s reliability and maintenance history. The vehicle is 22 years old with 171,797 miles, averaging 7,809 miles per year —a typical figure for its age. This mileage suggests moderate use rather than heavy wear, but it also means components like brakes, suspension, and electrical systems may show age-related deterioration.

MB04 CSV Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2023
  • 171,797 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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MB04 CSV Mileage History

  1. 25/01/2022161,940 mi
  2. 15/02/2023171,793 mi+9,853 mi
  3. 13/06/2023171,797 mi+4 mi
  4. 16/06/2023171,797 mi

Average of roughly 7,100 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

MB04 CSV MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Audi A3 (MB04 CSV) between January 2022 and June 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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