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Y558 GDU

2001 Audi A2

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

196,963 mi
Last recorded196,963 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY558 GDU
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 196,963 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside front (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 187,829 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 187,829 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 174,684 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 169,582 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 169,582 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 156,400 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear o/s light lense cracked

Fail 10 Jun 2013 156,399 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear o/s light lense cracked

Pass 2 Jul 2012 140,384 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2012 140,384 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 119,647 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 118,764 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 98,417 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 88,638 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 88,638 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 78,851 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 78,830 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 69,981 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 57,767 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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Y558 GDU is a 2001 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 Y558 GDU, 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 Y558 GDU registered?

Y558 GDU is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is Y558 GDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y558 GDU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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