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FN52 NDE

2002 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

168,534 mi
Last recorded168,534 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 NDE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 168,534 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 168,505 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 159,505 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 153,280 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside track rod slightly bent

Pass 3 Aug 2013 143,720 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear silencer bracket corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2012 136,809 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

traction control light on.

Pass 11 Aug 2011 127,323 miles

Front brake application slightly uneven

Front brake disc inner faces in poor condition

N/s rear seatbelt clasp casing missing

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear no.plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 11 Aug 2011 127,312 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Front brake application slightly uneven

Front brake disc inner faces in poor condition

N/s rear seatbelt clasp casing missing

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear no.plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 26 Aug 2010 119,393 miles

RETEST previous fail items only checked - previous advisories apply

Fail 26 Aug 2010 119,393 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nearside front seat belt stalk casing missing

Pass 27 Aug 2009 111,011 miles

Centre exhaust section weld broken becoming insecure

N/S/F seat belt clasp cover missing

O/S mirror cracked

Pass 29 Aug 2008 102,764 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 102,764 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 94,004 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 82,981 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 71,850 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 71,850 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

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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FN52 NDE is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FN52 NDE, 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.

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What year was FN52 NDE registered?

FN52 NDE is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FN52 NDE safe to buy?

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