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DA02 OBM

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,251 mi
Last recorded109,251 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA02 OBM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 109,251 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 106,472 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides outer (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 103,877 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2014 91,551 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 91,341 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 90,736 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 90,736 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 82,680 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 76,745 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 76,737 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 72,583 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 53,941 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 32,859 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 32,616 miles

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

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

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

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

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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DA02 OBM is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DA02 OBM, 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 DA02 OBM registered?

DA02 OBM is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is DA02 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA02 OBM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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