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A2 VFU

2001 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,717 mi
Last recorded144,717 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 VFU
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 144,717 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside & Nearside perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside & Nearside perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 138,161 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 138,161 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 133,430 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2023 130,141 miles

advice keep eye on all tyres outside and inside edges

advice on further look at rear foot and hand brake

advice on rear heat shield at exhaust loose on floor

advice on slight pitting at rear metal brake pipes on rear axle

Pass 17 May 2021 123,004 miles

advice on further look at abs after re set

advice on slight crack at n/s/ headlight

advice on slight foot brake travel

advice on slight play at o/s/f steering arm

Fail 17 May 2021 123,004 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

advice on further look at abs after re set

advice on slight crack at n/s/ headlight

advice on slight foot brake travel

advice on slight play at o/s/f steering arm

Pass 18 Mar 2020 120,095 miles

advice on further look at front brakes

advice on further look at front top spring platforms and springs

advice on further look at hand brake

advice on further look at rear brakes

advice on further look at rear springs

advice on slight crack at n/s/ headlight

Fail 18 Mar 2020 120,095 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

advice on further look at front brakes

advice on further look at front top spring platforms and springs

advice on further look at hand brake

advice on further look at rear brakes

advice on further look at rear springs

advice on slight crack at n/s/ headlight

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 111,449 miles

Central Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 104,850 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 89,412 miles

advice keep eye on all tyers

advice on further look at rear foot and hand brake

Fail 8 Oct 2016 89,412 miles

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

advice keep eye on all tyers

advice on further look at rear foot and hand brake

Pass 8 Oct 2015 76,659 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 64,648 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 47,201 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 46,075 miles

Both rear tyres started to perish

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 4 Oct 2013 46,075 miles

Both rear tyres started to perish

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Sep 2012 42,501 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 39,411 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 37,191 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 37,191 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 1 Oct 2010 37,114 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 34,548 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 32,534 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 28,876 miles

both front brake disc`s corroded and worn

both front tyres cracking on outer edges

Pass 5 Oct 2006 24,349 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 17,639 miles

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

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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A2 VFU is a 2001 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 90,574 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 A2 VFU, 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 25 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A2 VFU?

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What year was A2 VFU registered?

A2 VFU is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is A2 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 VFU shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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