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Y177 BFX

2001 Audi A2

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

90,214 mi
Last recorded90,214 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY177 BFX
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2014 90,214 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2013 90,213 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (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)

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2012 84,414 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 74,501 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 60,201 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 55,220 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 55,214 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

covers fitted to both sills

Pass 15 Jul 2008 45,999 miles

Air bag light on.

Engine management light on.

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

Nearside front tyre perished.

Fail 15 Jul 2008 45,999 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Air bag light on.

Engine management light on.

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

Nearside front tyre perished.

Pass 3 Jul 2007 41,994 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 41,940 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2006 30,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 30,954 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 30,954 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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Y177 BFX is a 2001 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 Y177 BFX, 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.

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Y177 BFX is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 13 March 2001.

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