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DY52 XBN

2002 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

158,829 mi
Last recorded158,829 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 XBN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 158,829 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Upper Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear ferrous suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust emissions to clean to record

Fail 7 Feb 2023 158,821 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Upper Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear ferrous suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust emissions to clean to record

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 2 Dec 2021 156,688 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 10 Dec 2020 153,779 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis all ferrous rear suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 150,827 miles

Central Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported x2 (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front brake has a slight bind

Offside Rear tail lamp and bumper damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension corroded but not excessive

parts of exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2018 147,902 miles

all 4 brake discs corroded

front subframe corroded

under tray insecure

Pass 25 Nov 2017 145,135 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 139,780 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 134,378 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 133,755 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 129,270 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear shocks casings corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2012 122,756 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 106,812 miles

both rear chassis rails slightly corroded

nearside front inner cv gaitor split

Pass 4 Oct 2010 96,386 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 92,478 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 92,478 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 68,258 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 54,222 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 39,407 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 30,111 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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DY52 XBN is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DY52 XBN, 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 DY52 XBN registered?

DY52 XBN is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 8 November 2002.

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