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LY52 XMX

2003 Audi A2

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

94,179 mi
Last recorded94,179 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 XMX
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 94,179 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 89,444 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 89,444 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached side repeater (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 86,691 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 81,079 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 77,205 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 76,642 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 73,061 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 73,061 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 65,704 miles

slight bind n/s rear wheel

slight imbalance front brakes ,n/s lower effort

Pass 3 Feb 2015 61,738 miles

noise n/s rear brake on rotation

Pass 30 Jan 2014 57,279 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 52,465 miles

front brake discs worn/lipped

rear brake discs scored worn slightly

Pass 19 Jan 2012 48,257 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 43,539 miles

front brake discs and pads slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly scored

Pass 28 Jan 2010 39,810 miles

front brake pads wearing slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2009 35,633 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 31,051 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 25,503 miles

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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LY52 XMX is a 2003 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LY52 XMX, 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 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY52 XMX registered?

LY52 XMX is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 13 February 2003.

Is LY52 XMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 XMX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY52 XMX have outstanding finance?

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