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BU52 HCL

2002 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,673 mi
Last recorded84,673 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 HCL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 84,673 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 75,588 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 75,588 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 69,052 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 59,827 miles

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

both headlamps weak

Pass 24 Nov 2014 50,352 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 46,147 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 43,133 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 43,133 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 36,929 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 34,255 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 29,889 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 26,585 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 21,684 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 19,223 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 15,115 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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BU52 HCL is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BU52 HCL, 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

How do I check the history of BU52 HCL?

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What year was BU52 HCL registered?

BU52 HCL is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is BU52 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 HCL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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