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AJ52 MEU

2002 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,537 mi
Last recorded122,537 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 MEU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 122,537 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 121,833 miles

Exhaust system,rust corrosion

Fail 25 Feb 2015 121,833 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust system,rust corrosion

Pass 25 Feb 2014 115,793 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Feb 2013 111,660 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 111,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 101,400 miles

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

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

child seat fitted to o/s/r seat unable to check seatbelt

Fail 3 Apr 2012 101,400 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

child seat fitted to o/s/r seat unable to check seatbelt

Pass 16 Sep 2010 80,394 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 60,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 60,781 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 27,157 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 23,126 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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AJ52 MEU is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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

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 AJ52 MEU, 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 AJ52 MEU registered?

AJ52 MEU is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is AJ52 MEU safe to buy?

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