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AF52 FRD

2002 Audi A2

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

103,042 mi
Last recorded103,042 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 103,042 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2025 103,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system to brake caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine check light on

Pass 17 Dec 2024 100,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 96,656 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2024 96,650 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 93,508 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 93,499 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 93,467 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

eml on

Pass 17 Nov 2017 93,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 89,760 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 89,760 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 85,090 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 79,519 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 79,517 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 71,542 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 71,542 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 65,652 miles

Drivers seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism poor

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 65,617 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Drivers seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism poor

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 52,207 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 52,207 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 51,274 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 51,274 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 46,699 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 39,272 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 32,565 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 32,565 miles

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

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

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 FRD is a 2002 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FRD, 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 FRD registered?

AF52 FRD is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is AF52 FRD safe to buy?

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