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Y574 RES

2001 Audi A2

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

147,238 mi
Last recorded147,238 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY574 RES
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 147,238 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 143,483 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 143,280 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust blowing engine misfire (7.3.A.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 130,184 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 115,440 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 111,744 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

centre exhaust section outer skin corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2014 111,614 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 111,613 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 107,599 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light on

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2012 95,428 miles

Brake wear indicator on

Pass 21 Mar 2011 87,170 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 78,504 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 68,815 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 68,815 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 58,429 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 47,311 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 41,159 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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Y574 RES is a 2001 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 Y574 RES, 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 Y574 RES?

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What year was Y574 RES registered?

Y574 RES is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y574 RES safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y574 RES shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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