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VU52 KJO

2002 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

145,553 mi
Last recorded145,553 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 KJO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2014 145,553 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 145,553 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 127,333 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

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)

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

both head lamp lenes deteriorated

slight bind offside rear brake

some fluctuation front brakes

Pass 30 Nov 2012 112,760 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2011 101,616 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 94,845 miles

Nearside Front 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 9 Nov 2009 86,826 miles

2 of 10 high level brake light bulbs not worrking

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 80,579 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 76,916 miles

brake foot pedal feels slightly spongy

Pass 2 Oct 2006 72,086 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 67,159 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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VU52 KJO is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VU52 KJO, 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 VU52 KJO registered?

VU52 KJO is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is VU52 KJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 KJO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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