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FD52 MEV

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,120 mi
Last recorded55,120 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 MEV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2018 55,120 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 49,933 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 49,022 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 48,034 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 44,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2012 40,813 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 36,234 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 31,736 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 27,664 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 24,138 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 19,811 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2006 15,720 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 10,300 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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FD52 MEV is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD52 MEV, 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 FD52 MEV registered?

FD52 MEV is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is FD52 MEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 MEV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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