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GN51 FWT

2001 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,894 mi
Last recorded118,894 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 FWT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 118,894 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 112,313 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 112,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 107,552 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 27 May 2015 107,551 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

REAR BRAKE DISCS IN POOR WORN CONDITION >>> CHECK MINIMUM ADVISED THICKNESS

Pass 27 May 2014 101,844 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

EML ON >>> FAULT CODE INVESTIGATION REQUIRED

FRONT TYRE/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK ADVISED

HEADLAMP LENSES POOR/CRAZED AFFECTING IMAGE

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 93,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Mar 2012 86,573 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 80,170 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 73,559 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 May 2010 73,559 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 68,771 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 58,469 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 46,893 miles

steel wheels fitted to front/alloy rear

Pass 25 Jul 2006 35,947 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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GN51 FWT is a 2001 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GN51 FWT, 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 GN51 FWT?

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What year was GN51 FWT registered?

GN51 FWT is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 15 September 2001.

Is GN51 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 FWT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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