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DS02 HWZ

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

81,214 mi
Last recorded81,214 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 HWZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 81,214 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 80,574 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 80,594 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 77,481 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

pad warning light on

Pass 5 Aug 2013 73,160 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 73,160 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 68,344 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 3 Aug 2011 63,748 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 58,765 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 54,822 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 54,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 50,581 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 47,111 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 46,587 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 46,535 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 37,890 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 37,890 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate discolouered slighty

nail in near side rear tyre

one bulb out in high leavel brake light

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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DS02 HWZ is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DS02 HWZ, 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

How do I check the history of DS02 HWZ?

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What year was DS02 HWZ registered?

DS02 HWZ is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is DS02 HWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 HWZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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