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SV52 RKU

2002 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

125,228 mi
Last recorded125,228 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 RKU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 125,228 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 106,008 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Nov 2014 106,008 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2013 898,553 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 89,853 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 76,515 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2012 76,513 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 65,435 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 56,816 miles

rear registration plate started to delaminate

Fail 30 Nov 2010 56,816 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear registration plate started to delaminate

Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,311 miles

offside rear tyre (2x)screw/nail in the tread area

rear registration plate starting to delaminate

Pass 19 Nov 2008 40,704 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 28,940 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

near side front tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 19 Nov 2007 28,940 miles

near side front tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 20 Nov 2006 22,269 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 16,659 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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SV52 RKU is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 97,904 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 A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV52 RKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV52 RKU registered?

SV52 RKU is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is SV52 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV52 RKU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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