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FN52 NDZ

2002 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

172,645 mi
Last recorded172,645 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 172,645 miles

Both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 172,644 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 158,762 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 150,462 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 150,462 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 143,203 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 136,708 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 136,708 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 122,961 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 106,730 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 77,081 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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FN52 NDZ is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 NDZ, 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 NDZ registered?

FN52 NDZ is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is FN52 NDZ safe to buy?

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