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Y596 AAB

2001 Audi A2

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,110 mi
Last recorded75,110 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY596 AAB
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2012 75,110 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 63,981 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Feb 2011 63,981 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 59,915 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 54,476 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 47,083 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 41,097 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 34,999 miles

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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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Y596 AAB is a 2001 Audi A2 in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y596 AAB, 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 Y596 AAB?

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What year was Y596 AAB registered?

Y596 AAB is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y596 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y596 AAB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y596 AAB have outstanding finance?

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