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DE52 FOD

2002 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

168,878 mi
Last recorded168,878 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 FOD
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 168,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

under trays and covers over sills fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2016 156,805 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear tyre splitting

oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2015 150,986 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 150,980 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 144,263 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 129,897 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 118,237 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 108,658 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 99,546 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 99,546 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 89,030 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 89,030 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 77,484 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 66,784 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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DE52 FOD is a 2002 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 86,486 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE52 FOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE52 FOD registered?

DE52 FOD is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is DE52 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 FOD 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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