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GL51 AEA

2002 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,831 mi
Last recorded46,831 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2011
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 AEA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2011 46,831 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 42,475 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 38,644 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 34,826 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 31,687 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 31,687 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 25,016 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)

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

offside front tyrew devoid of tread on inner edge

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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GL51 AEA is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL51 AEA, 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 GL51 AEA?

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What year was GL51 AEA registered?

GL51 AEA is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is GL51 AEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 AEA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL51 AEA have outstanding finance?

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