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AJ52 RFE

2002 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

234,607 mi
Last recorded234,607 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 RFE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 234,607 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 234,563 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 230,121 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 230,121 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 222,461 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 222,461 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 211,204 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 200,106 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 191,099 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 183,020 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 169,882 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 158,476 miles

near side rear tyre approx 3mm tread

off side rear tyre aprox 2-3mm tread

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

rear metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 1 Dec 2014 151,055 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)

Plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

Rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode.

Slight damage/distortion to inner rim of near side rear wheel.

Pass 18 Dec 2013 143,682 miles

Plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

Rear metal brake pipes corroding.

Slight damage/distortion to inner rim of near side rear wheel.

Pass 14 Dec 2012 136,171 miles

Plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

Pass 21 Dec 2011 125,065 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 112,677 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Dec 2009 100,795 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 100,795 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 87,129 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 87,011 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 73,843 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 73,841 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)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 59,552 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 43,776 miles

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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AJ52 RFE is a 2002 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 AJ52 RFE, 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 AJ52 RFE registered?

AJ52 RFE is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is AJ52 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ52 RFE shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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