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AV02 NHL

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,740 mi
Last recorded55,740 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 NHL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 55,740 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 55,740 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 53,174 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 50,237 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 44,903 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers + under tray fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2019 40,240 miles

engine covers + under tray fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2018 33,027 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 27,761 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine + under covers fitted

Fail 7 Mar 2017 27,761 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Inner Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine + under covers fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2015 24,509 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2015 24,509 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 22,655 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 21,582 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 20,462 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 18,009 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 16,640 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 13,979 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 10,701 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 9,200 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 6,748 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 5,738 miles

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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AV02 NHL is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 97,904 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 AV02 NHL, 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 24 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV02 NHL registered?

AV02 NHL is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 4 April 2002.

Is AV02 NHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV02 NHL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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