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WP02 WAO

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,240 mi
Last recorded161,240 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP02 WAO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 161,240 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 161,240 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 153,192 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 140,681 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2015 140,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 128,520 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Nov 2013 116,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 105,076 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 92,913 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 87,074 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 79,516 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 70,898 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 63,613 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 63,613 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Sep 2006 57,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 57,639 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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WP02 WAO is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WP02 WAO, 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 WP02 WAO registered?

WP02 WAO is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is WP02 WAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP02 WAO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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