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FV51 SFX

2002 Audi A2

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

103,656 mi
Last recorded103,656 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Audi A286,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV51 SFX
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2019 103,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 103,633 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Mar 2018 103,626 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flex join (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre perished and wearing close to wear markers

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak ()

both front tyres wearing close to wear markers

brake fluid appears green in colour

exhaust rattling loudly

rear brakes noisy under operation

Pass 29 Dec 2016 98,067 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Dec 2015 93,829 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 93,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 84,309 miles

N/S/F wing under gaurd missing

Pass 21 Nov 2013 76,167 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 76,167 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Dec 2012 68,606 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 68,606 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 60,509 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 60,499 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 60,499 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 58,468 miles

front windscreen has damage in excess of 40mm out of the swept area. below the wipers.

Pass 14 Apr 2007 52,346 miles

wiper blade poor

Pass 26 Jul 2006 47,665 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s front fog lamp insecure

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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FV51 SFX is a 2002 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 86,486 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 A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV51 SFX, 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 24 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 FV51 SFX registered?

FV51 SFX is a 2002 Audi A2, first registered on 13 February 2002.

Is FV51 SFX safe to buy?

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