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WA52 XWV

2002 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

120,288 mi
Last recorded120,288 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA52 XWV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 120,288 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 116,119 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 114,229 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) nearside from tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 110,207 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 104,370 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 97,593 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 94,785 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 90,735 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 85,441 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 81,184 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 24 Aug 2016 77,139 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 73,158 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 68,965 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 64,075 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 59,265 miles

Offside front inner drive shaft gaitor insecure.

Oil leak

Fail 6 Sep 2012 59,188 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Front brake disks badly rusted.

Offside front inner drive shaft gaitor insecure.

Oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2011 55,577 miles

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

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

both front wipers starting to split

front brake discs heavily corroded on inner faces

Pass 6 Sep 2010 51,992 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 46,749 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 42,379 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 36,838 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 30,900 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 30,900 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front tyres cracking on outer edges

slight cracking in rear tyres

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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WA52 XWV is a 2002 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WA52 XWV, 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 WA52 XWV registered?

WA52 XWV is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is WA52 XWV safe to buy?

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