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LD51 FPO

2001 Audi A3

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,889 mi
Last recorded47,889 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD51 FPO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 47,889 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 47,889 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 47,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 46,374 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 45,655 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 45,034 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 43,593 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 43,593 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 41,849 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 40,101 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 39,097 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 37,727 miles

nearside inner wing cover insecure

nearside of body damaged

rear exhaust mount corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2014 37,727 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside inner wing cover insecure

nearside of body damaged

rear exhaust mount corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2013 35,689 miles

the centre exhaust support bracket welds are broken

Pass 12 Nov 2012 33,649 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both front wiper blades starting to split

Fail 12 Nov 2012 33,649 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both front wiper blades starting to split

Pass 9 Nov 2011 29,902 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 24,357 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 22,055 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 18,607 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 15,824 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 13,646 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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LD51 FPO is a 2001 Audi A3 in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LD51 FPO, 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 LD51 FPO registered?

LD51 FPO is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is LD51 FPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD51 FPO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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