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GF52 LXR

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,121 mi
Last recorded116,121 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 LXR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 116,121 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

centre exhaust bracket corroded but still supported

e.m.l staying on

Pass 12 Apr 2016 112,856 miles

Engine management light on.

Fail 12 Apr 2016 112,856 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine management light on.

Pass 30 Mar 2015 109,525 miles

exhaust tatty

Fail 27 Mar 2015 109,525 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML LIGHT ON

exhaust tatty

Pass 8 Apr 2014 105,562 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 95,265 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 83,486 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 83,486 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 77,244 miles

n/s/r brake pads worn very thin

Pass 24 Aug 2010 76,289 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 69,141 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 59,753 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 59,751 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 50,555 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 42,560 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 35,946 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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GF52 LXR is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GF52 LXR, 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 GF52 LXR?

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What year was GF52 LXR registered?

GF52 LXR is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 6 November 2002.

Is GF52 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 LXR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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