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FY51 FJA

2001 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

73,731 mi
Last recorded73,731 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 FJA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 73,731 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 73,731 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect light units faded (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 61,951 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 61,357 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 60,149 miles

offside front beam pattern

rear wiper split

Pass 11 Jun 2013 58,549 miles

battery loose

coolant level low

possible fault on engine rev's

Pass 22 Jun 2012 57,514 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 57,514 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2011 57,016 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 57,016 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 56,076 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 56,056 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 54,192 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 54,192 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2008 52,453 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 52,453 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 49,939 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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FY51 FJA is a 2001 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FY51 FJA, 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 FY51 FJA registered?

FY51 FJA is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is FY51 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 FJA shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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