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RY02 FTO

2002 Audi A2

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

181,617 mi
Last recorded181,617 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 FTO
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 181,617 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

windscreen slightly scratched

Fail 8 Dec 2021 181,617 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

windscreen slightly scratched

Pass 11 Dec 2020 178,054 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

drivers door check strap slightly damaged / worn

windscreen slightly scratched

Pass 30 Nov 2019 174,287 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 165,599 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 162,013 miles

Covers/undertrays fitted

Rear seats / belts not tested as rear seats folded at time of test

Fail 11 Jul 2018 162,012 miles

Brake performance not tested accelerator pedal not working (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested accelerator pedal not working (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible faded (0.1 (b))

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

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

Covers/undertrays fitted

Rear seats / belts not tested as rear seats folded at time of test

Pass 5 May 2017 150,234 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 145,481 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber cover loose

Nearside Rear tyre has small cuts to tread and damage to side wall

Offside Rear shock absorber cover loose

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

seepage of oil from steering rack / engine area. Further investigation recommended.

Pass 7 May 2015 140,986 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 140,986 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 127,300 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 127,294 miles

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

epc and e/ m lights on

front wiper worn

Pass 28 May 2013 124,298 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 May 2012 119,333 miles

all emissions on upper limits

engine management light on

Pass 27 May 2011 117,183 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 115,050 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 113,092 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 113,092 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 111,690 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 109,699 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2006 107,709 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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RY02 FTO is a 2002 Audi A2 in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 RY02 FTO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY02 FTO registered?

RY02 FTO is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 21 June 2002.

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