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AF52 DMX

2002 Audi A2

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

172,394 mi
Last recorded172,394 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 DMX
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 172,394 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2021 172,394 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

EML light on

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 171,585 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 170,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has slight uneven tread wear

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 170,884 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged cable snapped during brake test (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded complete pipe including flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability not located in hub assembly correctly (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear tyre has slight uneven tread wear

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 169,531 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 169,531 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 167,401 miles

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

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 3 Oct 2017 167,401 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

coolant level low

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 20 Oct 2016 158,113 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 149,364 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 140,879 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 131,058 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 120,484 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 108,959 miles

BOTH REAR SHOCKS/GUARDS NOT ATTACHED/BUMP STOPS WORN/ DETEORATED.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 97,526 miles

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

o/s/r tyre starting to crack on inner sidewall

Fail 8 Oct 2010 97,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

o/s/r tyre starting to crack on inner sidewall

Pass 8 Oct 2009 86,029 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 75,536 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 65,703 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 65,499 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 49,716 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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AF52 DMX is a 2002 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 86,486 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF52 DMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF52 DMX registered?

AF52 DMX is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 22 October 2002.

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