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FC02 GCV

2002 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,953 mi
Last recorded47,953 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC02 GCV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 47,953 miles

engine management light on

play at n/s/f top strut mount

problem with alignment at o/s/f

slight oil leak at sump plug

windscreen damaged in zone a outwith the swept area

Fail 25 May 2011 47,953 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine management light on

o/s inner c.v boot torn

play at n/s/f top strut mount

problem with alignment at o/s/f

windscreen damaged in zone a outwith the swept area

Pass 17 Feb 2010 47,361 miles

slight movement at both front top struts when wieght off

all 4 tyres on or very close to limit

Fail 17 Feb 2010 47,361 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

slight movement at both front top struts when wieght off

all 4 tyres on or very close to limit

Pass 16 Dec 2008 44,384 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 39,443 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 36,026 miles

oil leak

Fail 23 Jun 2006 36,026 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

oil leak

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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FC02 GCV is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FC02 GCV, 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 FC02 GCV registered?

FC02 GCV is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is FC02 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC02 GCV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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