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BD02 AYM

2002 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,191 mi
Last recorded140,191 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 AYM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 140,191 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 128,391 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Behind Catalyst (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 117,222 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 104,473 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 94,284 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 82,360 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 82,360 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 78,230 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 66,329 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 52,378 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 47,689 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 43,070 miles

Slight knock from engine

Pass 14 Jun 2006 39,113 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 39,113 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BD02 AYM is a 2002 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BD02 AYM, 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 BD02 AYM registered?

BD02 AYM is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 24 June 2002.

Is BD02 AYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 AYM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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