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FD51 FEF

2001 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

127,438 mi
Last recorded127,438 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 FEF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 127,438 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 125,564 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 125,564 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 120,430 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 114,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 Jan 2016 114,435 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 27 Jan 2015 108,811 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 108,811 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 104,108 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 100,964 miles

Nearside front tyre walls worn.[tyre has been run on whilst flat] Avon 195/65 X R15V.

Oil level sensor warning light on.

Fail 14 Jan 2013 100,964 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

ESP Warning light on.

Emissions warning light on.

Nearside front tyre walls worn.[tyre has been run on whilst flat] Avon 195/65 X R15V.

Oil level sensor warning light on.

Pass 25 Jan 2012 96,170 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 96,169 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 89,773 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 89,770 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake discs very corroded.

Offside wiper blade noisey in operation.

Pass 26 Jan 2010 83,414 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 83,414 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 70,365 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 55,419 miles

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 6 Jan 2007 44,965 miles

front and rear brake dics and brake pads worn

Fail 6 Jan 2007 44,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front and rear brake dics and brake pads worn

Pass 16 Nov 2005 31,379 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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FD51 FEF is a 2001 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FD51 FEF, 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.

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What year was FD51 FEF registered?

FD51 FEF is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is FD51 FEF safe to buy?

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