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AV51 GFJ

2001 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests28 (23 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate82.1%

Mileage

162,034 mi
Last recorded162,034 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 GFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

23 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 162,034 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 160,142 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 159,482 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 159,475 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 157,099 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 154,197 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 152,378 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 151,407 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 147,820 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 142,380 miles

fuel tank strap corroded

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wind screen has light scratch does not affect drivers view

Fail 4 Apr 2018 142,377 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed ABS wire fouling tyre (1.9.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, but not exposing bare wires ABS wire (1.9.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

fuel tank strap corroded

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wind screen has light scratch does not affect drivers view

Pass 31 Oct 2016 129,811 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 129,565 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 127,278 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 127,278 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 122,712 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 114,683 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 103,527 miles

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

nearside front inner cv boot leaking grease

Pass 30 Nov 2010 92,050 miles

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

Fail 30 Nov 2010 92,050 miles

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 79,400 miles

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

perspex window fitted on o/s/f

Pass 8 Nov 2008 69,548 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 54,979 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 48,578 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 48,578 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs

front brake pads

offside and nearside front tyres close to limits

Pass 10 Aug 2005 39,818 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 39,818 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 39,818 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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AV51 GFJ is a 2001 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.1%.

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 AV51 GFJ, 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

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What year was AV51 GFJ registered?

AV51 GFJ is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AV51 GFJ safe to buy?

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