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SV51 WJL

2001 Audi A2

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests33 (22 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,905 mi
Last recorded124,905 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 WJL
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

22 pass 11 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 124,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 124,904 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 122,568 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2025 122,568 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 117,933 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 117,933 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 116,126 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 116,126 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 112,930 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 112,930 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 107,251 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 102,036 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 97,589 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 97,589 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 93,554 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 91,169 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 86,163 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 86,163 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 82,434 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 76,422 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 76,422 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 68,663 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 68,663 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 62,483 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 55,558 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 50,530 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 48,713 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 48,713 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 44,299 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 39,449 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 39,449 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 34,124 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 28,016 miles

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

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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SV51 WJL is a 2001 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SV51 WJL, 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 SV51 WJL registered?

SV51 WJL is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is SV51 WJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV51 WJL shows 33 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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