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2002 Audi TT 1.8L Petrol · PN52 RTU

PN52 RTU

2002 Audi TT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 159,706 miles. MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023.

Make & Model
AUDI TT
Year / Origin
2002 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 27 Sept 2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
159,706 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 27 Sept 2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
1781cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle holds a current roadworthiness status based on the clean pass recorded on 29 September 2022 at 159,706 miles. This final test result indicates a stable condition at the time of inspection, following a failed attempt two days prior. Because the record lacks subsequent MOT entries since late 2022, the vehicle has been off the road or unregistered for nearly four years. This significant gap in testing means the current mechanical state is unknown, and the car cannot be assumed to meet modern roadworthiness standards without a fresh inspection. The recorded mileage of 159,706 over 24 years averages approximately 6,654 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for an Audi TT of this vintage. The absence of recorded mileage accumulation since the 2022 test suggests the vehicle has remained stationary for an extended period. Long-term storage often leads to specific mechanical degradation, including seized brake calipers, perished rubber seals, and potential fuel system contamination, which may not have been present during the last active test. Prospective buyers must prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines, as these components are prone to corrosion and perishing during prolonged periods of inactivity. The Quattro drivetrain and turbocharger system require careful scrutiny, as lack of regular operation often causes internal seals to harden or leak. Given the age of the vehicle and the lengthy lapse in its MOT history, a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection is essential to identify any latent structural issues or fluid degradation that would not appear in the limited DVSA data provided.
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PN52 RTU Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/09/2022
  • 159,706 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

PN52 RTU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 09:41
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Audi Tt (PN52 RTU) between September 2022 and September 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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PN52 RTU Mileage History

  1. 27/09/2022159,702 mi
  2. 29/09/2022159,706 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 706 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
25
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (50%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
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