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ET02 LCP

2002 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,679 mi
Last recorded153,679 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET02 LCP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 153,679 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 145,445 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 137,981 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 133,422 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 121,200 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2014 121,200 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 107,332 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 102,283 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear axle bushes have slight play

Pass 20 Sep 2011 98,212 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear discs rusty on edges

slight play o/s track rod inner ball joint

Pass 20 Sep 2010 87,085 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 74,598 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2009 74,598 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 62,217 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 50,787 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 38,926 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 31,277 miles

nearside front tyre 2mm at lowest point

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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ET02 LCP is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black 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 ET02 LCP, 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 ET02 LCP registered?

ET02 LCP is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is ET02 LCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET02 LCP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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