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FG51 XLV

2001 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,864 mi
Last recorded80,864 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 XLV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2014 80,864 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 77,003 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 65,332 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 57,854 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 44,334 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2009 42,532 miles

exhaust hanging low but still secure

slight exhaust blow from centre section

Pass 27 Nov 2007 41,972 miles

brake warning light on

exhaust mountins broke

long footbrake travel

slight exhaust blow from centre section

smell of fuel but no leaks found

Pass 9 Feb 2006 38,191 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 38,191 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FG51 XLV is a 2001 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG51 XLV, 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

How do I check the history of FG51 XLV?

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What year was FG51 XLV registered?

FG51 XLV is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is FG51 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 XLV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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