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AV52 EAG

2002 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

92,385 mi
Last recorded92,385 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 EAG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 92,385 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 91,778 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 91,026 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 90,050 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 89,383 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 88,648 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 87,694 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 86,267 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 85,359 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 84,421 miles

rear exhaust mount broken but system still secure

Fail 29 Aug 2014 83,399 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 83,399 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 82,446 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 81,337 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 79,786 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 76,262 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre wall scuffed

rear discs corroded

slight bind both rear brakes

Pass 4 Dec 2009 73,649 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 68,970 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 63,128 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 58,605 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 43,733 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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AV52 EAG is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AV52 EAG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV52 EAG registered?

AV52 EAG is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is AV52 EAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV52 EAG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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