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HY52 OFJ

2002 Audi A2

Red Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

146,437 mi
Last recorded146,437 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY52 OFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 146,437 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear lamp lens damaged

Fail 17 Feb 2017 146,437 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear lamp lens damaged

Pass 9 Feb 2016 138,350 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 138,350 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 128,915 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s headlamp condensated

Pass 31 Jul 2013 122,580 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 122,580 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 109,844 miles

condensation inside nearside headlamp but not affecting light output

offside front tyre worn slightly on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Fail 10 Aug 2012 109,840 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

condensation inside nearside headlamp but not affecting light output

offside front tyre worn slightly on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2011 92,872 miles

brake pipes hidden behind plastic trim, unable to fully inspect

handbrake cable slightly deteriorated

Fail 9 Aug 2011 92,872 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake pipes hidden behind plastic trim, unable to fully inspect

handbrake cable slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Jul 2010 76,318 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes on the underside of vehicle hidden by plastic covers

hand brake cable slightly deteriated

nearside front brake disc slightly worn and pitted

offside front tyre worn inner edge

offside rear brake disc slightly worn and pitted

outer sills covered over with plastic covers

Fail 23 Jul 2010 76,318 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes on the underside of vehicle hidden by plastic covers

hand brake cable slightly deteriated

nearside front brake disc slightly worn and pitted

offside front tyre worn inner edge

offside rear brake disc slightly worn and pitted

outer sills covered over with plastic covers

Pass 30 Jun 2009 56,009 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 48,221 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 39,108 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 39,108 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 35,719 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 35,719 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2005 28,349 miles

corrosion front brake discs inner faces.

tyres perished.

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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HY52 OFJ is a 2002 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 86,486 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY52 OFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HY52 OFJ registered?

HY52 OFJ is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is HY52 OFJ safe to buy?

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