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FD52 OJE

2002 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

186,188 mi
Last recorded186,188 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 OJE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2014 186,188 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 186,187 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 175,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chip in screen outside sweaped area

nearside front inner cv gaiter leaking grease

offside front outer cv gaiter leaking grease

Fail 25 Oct 2013 175,441 miles

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chip in screen outside sweaped area

has a oil leak from the sump

nearside front inner cv gaiter leaking grease

offside front outer cv gaiter leaking grease

Pass 29 Oct 2012 163,450 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Oct 2012 163,450 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 153,485 miles

air bag light on,front discs corroding.

Fail 7 Oct 2011 153,485 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

air bag light on,front discs corroding.

Pass 6 Oct 2010 143,495 miles

front discs corroding,interior lights flicker.

Pass 30 Oct 2009 134,464 miles

rear tyres worn,air bag light on

Pass 28 Oct 2008 123,854 miles

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

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

air bag light on

Pass 5 Nov 2007 104,413 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 87,353 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 70,526 miles

both front tyes wearing low

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 OJE is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OJE, 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 OJE registered?

FD52 OJE is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 5 November 2002.

Is FD52 OJE safe to buy?

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