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CE02 LPC

2002 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

196,550 mi
Last recorded196,550 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 LPC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 196,550 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2019 196,550 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 187,030 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 175,573 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 175,573 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 155,890 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 145,206 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 135,179 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 122,470 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 111,029 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 99,804 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 87,264 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 76,271 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 64,089 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 53,980 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 44,154 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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CE02 LPC is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CE02 LPC, 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 CE02 LPC registered?

CE02 LPC is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is CE02 LPC safe to buy?

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