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GL51 UFW

2001 Audi A2

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,440 mi
Last recorded115,440 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 UFW
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 115,440 miles

Engine warning light on

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear beam axle corroded

both steering rack boots loose

engine oil leak

exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2024 109,391 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front steering rack boots loose

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

eml lamp on

Pass 28 Nov 2023 104,294 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 98,697 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 92,556 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 86,037 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 80,891 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 80,891 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 75,730 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 71,445 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 69,296 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 65,000 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 65,000 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 63,146 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 58,100 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 52,777 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 49,332 miles

rear number plate deteriating

Fail 5 Nov 2010 42,837 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

engine management light on

Pass 5 Nov 2010 42,837 miles

engine management light on

Pass 27 Oct 2009 38,273 miles

coolant level low

Pass 12 Nov 2008 32,312 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 26,617 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 21,477 miles

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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GL51 UFW is a 2001 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 90,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL51 UFW, 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 25 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL51 UFW registered?

GL51 UFW is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is GL51 UFW safe to buy?

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