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FE51 TMZ

2001 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,428 mi
Last recorded155,428 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 TMZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 155,428 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2016 155,428 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 134,399 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 134,399 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 123,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 123,487 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

eml light on

Pass 7 Mar 2012 121,215 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 108,987 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 108,987 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

NSF track rod has slight play

Pass 2 Sep 2009 101,686 miles

EML illuminated

Pass 3 Sep 2008 93,373 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 83,699 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 73,857 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 60,287 miles

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

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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FE51 TMZ is a 2001 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FE51 TMZ, 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 FE51 TMZ registered?

FE51 TMZ is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FE51 TMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 TMZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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