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VU02 LFM

2002 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

143,320 mi
Last recorded143,320 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 LFM
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 143,320 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2026 143,315 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 140,834 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 132,875 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 125,802 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 125,206 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 117,515 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 117,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 109,037 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 99,212 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 90,165 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 80,950 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

airbag lamp on

noise from rear brakes

Fail 14 Dec 2012 80,950 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

airbag lamp on

noise from rear brakes

Pass 6 Jan 2012 65,631 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jan 2012 65,631 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Dec 2010 52,046 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2010 52,046 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 51,785 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 45,857 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 39,239 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 32,687 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 26,596 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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)

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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VU02 LFM is a 2002 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel 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 VU02 LFM, 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 VU02 LFM registered?

VU02 LFM is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is VU02 LFM safe to buy?

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