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LJ52 YCW

2002 Audi Convertible

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

147,702 mi
Last recorded147,702 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Audi Convertible73,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 YCW
MakeAudi
ModelConvertible
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 147,702 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 137,300 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 137,300 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 130,575 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 130,573 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust corroded

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 123,697 miles

Offside Front D/SHAFT OUTER C.V GAITER SLIGHT LEAKING GREASE

Fail 11 Jul 2019 123,697 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid WASHER-JET BLOCKED (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front D/SHAFT OUTER C.V GAITER SLIGHT LEAKING GREASE

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 111,670 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 9 May 2018 110,837 miles

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

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

both front tyres are starting to wear on the edges of tread

Pass 29 Apr 2017 99,314 miles

EML is on

Fail 29 Apr 2017 99,314 miles

EML is on

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet aim above car (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 85,079 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 73,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 23 May 2014 68,884 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2014 68,880 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 62,100 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 54,368 miles

Both front brake disc's corroded

Both rear brakes binding on slightly

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 47,625 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 31,227 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 19,327 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 16,592 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 13,223 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Convertible?

Based on 3,407 MOT tests across 238 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,623
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 79
Registration plate lamp not working 56
position lamp(s) not working 36
constant velocity joint gaiter split 31
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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LJ52 YCW is a 2002 Audi Convertible in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 73,124 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 Convertible fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ52 YCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Audi Convertible is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ52 YCW registered?

LJ52 YCW is a 2002 Audi Convertible, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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