MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
151,035 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak major ()
possible dual mass flywheel failure
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 'd' mount (2.4.G.2)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Oil leak major ()
possible dual mass flywheel failure
Coolant leak ()
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Oil leak ()
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
Coolant leak ()
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Oil leak ()
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Engine covers fitted
Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment nearside and offside (2.5.A.1c)
Front coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge
Oil leak
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Vehicle muddy
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
Engine covers fitted
Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment nearside and offside (2.5.A.1c)
Front coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside washer weak
Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge
Offside wiper clearance not tested
Oil leak
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Vehicle muddy
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
front brake discs rusty on inner edges
n/s/f tyre has a cut in the sidewall
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Audi A3?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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BT51 FFA is a 2002 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 BT51 FFA, 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.
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What year was BT51 FFA registered?
BT51 FFA is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 3 January 2002.
Is BT51 FFA safe to buy?
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