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GF02 SHZ

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

156,473 mi
Last recorded156,473 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 SHZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 156,473 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 156,191 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 156,165 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 153,948 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 151,133 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 149,037 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 135,517 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 124,147 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 119,518 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 119,518 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2013 113,158 miles

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

n/s/r shock absorber lower bush seperating but no excessive movement

Pass 14 Jun 2012 106,697 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 99,453 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 91,501 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 85,023 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 76,141 miles

tyres wearing low

Pass 12 May 2007 62,896 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 52,344 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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GF02 SHZ is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GF02 SHZ, 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 GF02 SHZ registered?

GF02 SHZ is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is GF02 SHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 SHZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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