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RK51 KYJ

2001 Audi A2

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

96,785 mi
Last recorded96,785 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 KYJ
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 96,785 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 96,785 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 93,712 miles

Front front screen slight damaged

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

Pass 24 May 2024 90,502 miles

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

Front front screen slightly damaged

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 87,118 miles

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

Front slight damage less than 40 mm

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 83,142 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 79,490 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 74,428 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 71,081 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 67,147 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2017 67,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 64,497 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 61,698 miles

Mil light on

Pass 7 Jul 2014 57,870 miles

Mil light on

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 7 Jul 2014 57,870 miles

Mil light on

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 54,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Jun 2012 51,439 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 51,439 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 47,914 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 43,066 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 43,066 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 39,713 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 39,713 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 32,814 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)

Fail 5 Jan 2006 28,269 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 28,269 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 27,490 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)

washers weak

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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RK51 KYJ is a 2001 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RK51 KYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK51 KYJ registered?

RK51 KYJ is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is RK51 KYJ safe to buy?

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