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DK51 PHV

2001 Audi A2

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

220,223 mi
Last recorded220,223 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 PHV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 220,223 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside parking brake effort low

rear rigid brake pipes reacting under coating

Fail 3 Feb 2026 220,223 miles

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside parking brake effort low

rear rigid brake pipes reacting under coating

Pass 28 Oct 2024 213,536 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 213,534 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 210,400 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 210,338 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 208,385 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 205,792 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2020 205,770 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 202,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 198,321 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 194,647 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 194,634 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 190,337 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 185,528 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 185,528 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 182,188 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 178,034 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust bracket snapped

Fail 25 Oct 2013 178,033 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Oil leak

rear exhaust bracket snapped

Pass 24 Nov 2012 170,883 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake pipes greased.

Pass 26 Nov 2011 164,798 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 147,680 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 128,651 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 128,651 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 108,893 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 92,455 miles

rear tyres tread depth 2 mms

Pass 7 Nov 2006 80,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2005 66,317 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 66,096 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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DK51 PHV is a 2001 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

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 DK51 PHV, 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 DK51 PHV registered?

DK51 PHV is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is DK51 PHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 PHV shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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