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GY51 BZV

2001 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,288 mi
Last recorded165,288 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY51 BZV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 165,288 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 152,751 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 152,751 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 148,296 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 140,009 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 140,009 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 132,363 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 132,363 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 121,599 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 121,599 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 108,914 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 96,828 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 96,828 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 88,041 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 88,041 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 77,605 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 69,921 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 59,205 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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GY51 BZV is a 2001 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GY51 BZV, 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.

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What year was GY51 BZV registered?

GY51 BZV is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is GY51 BZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY51 BZV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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