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X738 NLB

2001 Audi A2

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,100 mi
Last recorded128,100 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX738 NLB
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 128,100 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2022 120,046 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undertray fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2021 113,616 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 103,014 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2020 102,995 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Hazard warning lamps not fitted (4.4.1 (d))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 96,826 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 89,749 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 83,987 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 83,987 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 80,070 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 79,711 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 73,862 miles

emission fluctuating

Pass 27 Aug 2014 68,839 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

nearside rear tyres sidewalls perished

Pass 5 Dec 2012 58,882 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 58,760 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 53,877 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 53,877 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 51,926 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 49,307 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 45,772 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 41,584 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 41,583 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT WEAR AND SLIGHT CRACKS

Pass 15 Feb 2007 38,264 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 34,624 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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X738 NLB is a 2001 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X738 NLB, 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 X738 NLB registered?

X738 NLB is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 15 February 2001.

Is X738 NLB safe to buy?

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