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SM51 JXV

2001 Audi A2

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

122,408 mi
Last recorded122,408 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 JXV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2015 122,408 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 116,276 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 108,995 miles

all brake pipes heavily greased

Fail 22 Aug 2013 108,994 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

all brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 12 Sep 2012 103,417 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 103,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 100,330 miles

starter motor noise

Fail 8 May 2012 100,323 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

eml stays on

starter motor noise

Pass 6 May 2011 73,291 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 73,291 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 55,813 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 53,316 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 53,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Fail 9 May 2008 49,785 miles

Nearside Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 May 2008 49,785 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 48,073 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 45,265 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 45,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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SM51 JXV is a 2001 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SM51 JXV, 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 SM51 JXV registered?

SM51 JXV is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is SM51 JXV safe to buy?

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