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BU52 VSL

2002 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,110 mi
Last recorded65,110 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 VSL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 65,110 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 62,636 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 59,682 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 57,682 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 55,418 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 53,887 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 52,657 miles

centre exhaust bracket corroded

rear number plate starting to discolour

Pass 28 Apr 2012 49,706 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 49,706 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 47,710 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 42,357 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 37,003 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 37,001 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Nov 2008 35,781 miles

front and o/s/r tyres about 3 mm

Fail 17 Nov 2008 35,781 miles

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

front and o/s/r tyres about 3 mm

Pass 26 Nov 2007 30,567 miles

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

chip in screen

Pass 28 Nov 2006 26,111 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 19,054 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 VSL is a 2002 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VSL, 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 BU52 VSL registered?

BU52 VSL is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is BU52 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 VSL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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