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X981 CEN

2000 Audi A2

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,040 mi
Last recorded98,040 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2000 Audi A279,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX981 CEN
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 98,040 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2023 98,038 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 90,801 miles

EML lamp on

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front bonnet release door/grill not locking

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

engine oil dip stick broken

Fail 4 Mar 2022 90,721 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML lamp on

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front bonnet release door/grill not locking

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

engine oil dip stick broken

Pass 12 Jan 2017 86,983 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 81,017 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 76,535 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 71,366 miles

Oil leak

all tyres cracking on iner sidewalls pressure to low

Pass 28 Nov 2012 66,965 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 62,580 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 14 Nov 2011 62,552 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

engine manegement light on

front brake discs worn

Pass 11 Nov 2010 58,397 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 54,375 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 54,375 miles

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

Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 49,785 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 46,230 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 42,465 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 34,949 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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X981 CEN is a 2000 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 79,384 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 X981 CEN, 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 26 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 X981 CEN registered?

X981 CEN is a 2000 Audi A2, first registered on 16 November 2000.

Is X981 CEN safe to buy?

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