CarVerify

Free Car Check

FN52 NCZ

2002 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1893cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

182,902 mi
Last recorded182,902 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 NCZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,893cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 182,902 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 182,529 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 164,954 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 164,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2015 147,545 miles

all 4 springs rusty

both rear tyre treads slight lifting

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

n/s/f wheel slight damage inner rim

o/s/f tyre slight wear to outer edge

slight imbalance on front brakes

vehicle lowered

wipers have slight smearing

Pass 14 Aug 2014 145,309 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 31 Aug 2013 138,980 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

nearside track rod end boot leaking

offside outer cv boot leaking

offside seatbelt frayed

Pass 31 Aug 2013 138,980 miles

offside outer cv boot leaking

offside seatbelt frayed

nearside track rod end boot leaking

Pass 4 Sep 2012 135,127 miles

Both rear axle arm bushes perished and worn

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside front tyre worn slightly on inner edge

One bulb in high level brake light not working

Pass 1 Apr 2011 127,576 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 127,566 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 108,860 miles

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

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

rear axle bushes slightly worn

Fail 23 Mar 2010 108,860 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

rear axle bushes slightly worn

Pass 15 May 2009 100,275 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 81,837 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 67,037 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 67,037 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in both rear axle bushes

Pass 9 Mar 2006 55,727 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
Full Audi A3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FN52 NCZ is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,893cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FN52 NCZ, 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

How do I check the history of FN52 NCZ?

You can check the full history of FN52 NCZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FN52 NCZ registered?

FN52 NCZ is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is FN52 NCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 NCZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FN52 NCZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FN52 NCZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.