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MK51 TXT

2001 Audi A2

Black Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

173,485 mi
Last recorded173,485 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 TXT
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 173,485 miles

both front tyres slight rubbing on inner plastic wheel arches

Fail 22 May 2013 173,484 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

both front tyres slight rubbing on inner plastic wheel arches

Pass 12 May 2012 172,672 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 172,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 May 2011 159,025 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2011 159,025 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2010 143,024 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 143,024 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2009 124,337 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 124,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 119,200 miles

off side plastic trim on sill cracked vwrob10

Pass 9 Oct 2006 89,744 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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MK51 TXT is a 2001 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 MK51 TXT, 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 MK51 TXT registered?

MK51 TXT is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is MK51 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 TXT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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