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FD52 VDV

2002 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

198,036 mi
Last recorded198,036 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 VDV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 198,036 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 198,027 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Fuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 189,661 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 Dec 2014 189,655 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 177,629 miles

OSF/OSR/NSF tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 25 Nov 2013 177,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

OSF/OSR/NSF tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 6 Dec 2012 163,970 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres have sidewall damage

Pass 6 Dec 2012 163,970 miles

both front tyres have sidewall damage

Pass 8 Dec 2011 144,494 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 126,723 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 112,036 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 112,031 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 98,521 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 88,855 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 72,672 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 54,681 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 54,658 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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FD52 VDV is a 2002 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 86,486 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 A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD52 VDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD52 VDV registered?

FD52 VDV is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is FD52 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 VDV shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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