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A3 VDU

2002 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

111,902 mi
Last recorded111,902 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 VDU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 111,902 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2023 110,620 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 108,538 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 106,893 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 102,609 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 91,219 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 75,775 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 58,993 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 40,107 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,036 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 29,779 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 25,761 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 25,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 20,497 miles

Light switch/front fog loose action.

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

Fail 11 Feb 2012 20,497 miles

Light switch/front fog loose action.

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 14,749 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 11,024 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 11,024 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 8,391 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 8,391 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 7,116 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 5,557 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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A3 VDU is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A3 VDU, 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.

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What year was A3 VDU registered?

A3 VDU is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is A3 VDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 VDU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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