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VU52 UMZ

2002 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,183 mi
Last recorded42,183 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 UMZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 42,183 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 37,526 miles

both resr coil spring corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2011 34,740 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 34,740 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 31,748 miles

the emissions on this car only just pass the minimum limits,also the engine managment light is on ,needs investigating and repair

Pass 24 Aug 2009 28,792 miles

the emmissions on this car have only just passed, further work will eventually required

Fail 21 Aug 2009 28,765 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 26,035 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

exhaust centre mounting slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 Aug 2007 22,169 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,597 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 17,594 miles

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

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

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

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 UMZ is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 UMZ, 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 UMZ registered?

VU52 UMZ is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is VU52 UMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 UMZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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