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CV51 XVX

2001 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

63,817 mi
Last recorded63,817 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV51 XVX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 63,817 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 63,817 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 61,444 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear axle corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2016 61,444 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear axle corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2015 59,086 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 59,086 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 55,545 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 55,545 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 52,475 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 52,474 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 48,572 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 48,572 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 43,706 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 38,245 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 38,245 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 33,632 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 31,304 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 27,950 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 26,643 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 24,395 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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CV51 XVX is a 2001 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2001 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 97,707 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 CV51 XVX, 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 25 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV51 XVX registered?

CV51 XVX is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is CV51 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV51 XVX shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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