CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y189 BCV

2001 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1422cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

155,444 mi
Last recorded155,444 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY189 BCV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 155,444 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 150,037 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 145,910 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 138,602 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

all 4 shockers weak/worn

brakes offside rear binding

front wiper blade worn reqs replacement soon

Pass 25 Feb 2014 130,586 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear shocker covers worn

Pass 5 Mar 2013 121,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic covers on outer sills

Pass 5 Mar 2012 113,745 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 113,742 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 106,353 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 96,542 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 87,240 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 78,523 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 78,523 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 68,291 miles

both front brake disc very worn and corroded

Fail 3 Mar 2007 68,291 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake disc very worn and corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2006 54,256 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
Full Audi A2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y189 BCV is a 2001 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 Y189 BCV, 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

How do I check the history of Y189 BCV?

You can check the full history of Y189 BCV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y189 BCV registered?

Y189 BCV is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y189 BCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y189 BCV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y189 BCV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y189 BCV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.