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YD02 VBZ

2002 Audi A3

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,262 mi
Last recorded163,262 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD02 VBZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 163,262 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 163,178 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 163,032 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 162,784 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 162,000 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 162,000 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 154,750 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 147,671 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 135,965 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 128,801 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 126,838 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 120,738 miles

antiroll bar end stops broken (no excessive movement)

front brake discs rusty/lipped on edges

slight oil stain around sump

Pass 23 Jun 2010 112,953 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 94,413 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 77,710 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 61,329 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 61,329 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2006 45,875 miles

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YD02 VBZ is a 2002 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YD02 VBZ, 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 YD02 VBZ registered?

YD02 VBZ is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is YD02 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD02 VBZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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