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HN52 GPE

2002 Audi S3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,000 mi
Last recorded104,000 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Audi S391,930 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 GPE
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 104,000 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 May 2015 94,566 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 83,711 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 73,203 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 73,203 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2012 61,707 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 47,908 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 47,328 miles

Both front wishbone (rear) bushes slightly worn

Slight lift in both front strut top mounts but not excessive

Various brake pipes showing slight signs of corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2009 44,435 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 33,683 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 23,207 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 15,290 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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HN52 GPE is a 2002 Audi S3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 91,930 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN52 GPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN52 GPE registered?

HN52 GPE is a 2002 Audi S3, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is HN52 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN52 GPE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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