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VU02 LDD

2002 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

148,198 mi
Last recorded148,198 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 LDD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 148,198 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jan 2016 142,095 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 142,095 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 131,766 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 124,116 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 115,027 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 106,411 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 98,385 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 86,006 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 98,859 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 98,859 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2007 82,585 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 70,886 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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VU02 LDD is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU02 LDD, 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 VU02 LDD registered?

VU02 LDD is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is VU02 LDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 LDD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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