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BN52 RSX

2002 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,503 mi
Last recorded155,503 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 RSX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 155,503 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear lamp damaged

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 151,011 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 151,004 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 149,006 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 143,745 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 132,143 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 122,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 112,202 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 104,380 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 91,887 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 81,222 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 70,353 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 70,353 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 59,222 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 52,306 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 41,778 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 27,254 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2005 18,065 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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BN52 RSX is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BN52 RSX, 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 BN52 RSX registered?

BN52 RSX is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is BN52 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 RSX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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