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DG52 SHV

2003 Audi A2

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

117,798 mi
Last recorded117,798 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 SHV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 117,798 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 117,798 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2019 38,848 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 108,854 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 108,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 23 Aug 2018 108,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2017 102,633 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 98,523 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 91,213 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 84,018 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 76,565 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 72,302 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 63,982 miles

n/s/r tyre spliting inner side wall

Fail 2 Jul 2011 63,982 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r tyre spliting inner side wall

Pass 24 Jun 2010 57,605 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 50,741 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 50,735 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 50,701 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 44,972 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 44,972 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 29,383 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 34,355 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 19,793 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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DG52 SHV is a 2003 Audi A2 in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG52 SHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG52 SHV registered?

DG52 SHV is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is DG52 SHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 SHV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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