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2004 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · PF04 AOP

PF04 AOP

2004 Audi A3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 14 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 148,606 miles. MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2004 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Feb 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
148,606 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Feb 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
1595cc
Mechanical Assessment

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PF04 AOP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2024
  • 148,606 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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

PF04 AOP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Aug 2026, 17:17
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Audi A3 (PF04 AOP) between October 2021 and February 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 24 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

PF04 AOP Mileage History

  1. 18/10/2021138,666 mi
  2. 18/10/2021138,666 mi
  3. 07/10/2022141,520 mi+2,854 mi
  4. 24/02/2024148,606 mi+7,086 mi
  5. 24/02/2024148,606 mi

Average of roughly 4,227 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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