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FD51 YGP

2001 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,414 mi
Last recorded152,414 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 YGP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2015 152,414 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 141,496 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 137,414 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 128,203 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 123,043 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 118,070 miles

front brake discs corroded.

front brake inbalance.

front sidelamps dim.

oil emulsified in rocker.

rear brake discs corroded.

scratches to alloy wheels.

underbody wet at time of test.

various oil leaks.

Pass 20 Dec 2008 107,222 miles

engine breather pipe split after air flow meeter

Pass 6 Dec 2007 88,994 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 88,994 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Dec 2006 70,972 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 70,972 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 52,917 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 YGP is a 2001 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YGP, 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 FD51 YGP registered?

FD51 YGP is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is FD51 YGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 YGP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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