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J18 NMR

2001 Audi A2

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

67,317 mi
Last recorded67,317 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 NMR
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 67,317 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2021 67,310 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe disconnected under bonnet (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

non standard heat shield secured around exhaust 'Cat' with plastic cable ties

Pass 12 Sep 2019 67,282 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 67,282 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 67,037 miles

Nearside Wing mirror taped in place, secure at time of test

Rear both sides deteriorated cracking

Fail 15 Sep 2018 67,036 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Exhaust heatshield insecure

Nearside Wing mirror taped in place, secure at time of test

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

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

Rear both sides deteriorated cracking

Pass 20 Sep 2017 61,924 miles

both front tyres cracking in side wall

Fail 20 Sep 2017 61,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres cracking in side wall

Pass 20 Sep 2016 5,605 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 55,407 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to ns/f and o/s/f floor pan sill areas

Fail 16 Jul 2015 55,406 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to ns/f and o/s/f floor pan sill areas

Pass 12 Aug 2014 54,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Aug 2014 54,097 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 53,277 miles

Nearside front tyre has small cracks to inner sidewall,advise to change.

Offside front tyre has small cracks to inner sidewall,advise to change.

Wiper blade will need attention soon.

Pass 16 Aug 2012 51,608 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 48,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear tyre has outer sidewall repair.

Pass 10 Aug 2010 45,773 miles

Both rear brakes have very slight bind.

Handbrake will need adjustment soon.

Large plastic undertray fitted,so full inspection of steering and suspension not possible.

Nearside rear tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall.

Pass 13 Aug 2009 42,753 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 35,736 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 28,681 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2007 28,681 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

damage to screen due to fault of wiper blade

Pass 20 Apr 2006 20,896 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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J18 NMR is a 2001 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 J18 NMR, 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 J18 NMR registered?

J18 NMR is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is J18 NMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 NMR shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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