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Y801 NLW

2001 Audi A2

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

126,372 mi
Last recorded126,372 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY801 NLW
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 126,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 120,033 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre wearing from outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing from outer edge

engine management light illuminated

Fail 31 Oct 2016 120,033 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre wearing from outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing from outer edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light illuminated

Pass 30 Oct 2015 113,919 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 107,169 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 107,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 97,866 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 84,910 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 84,909 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 76,311 miles

Nearside front brake hose slightly contaminated with brake fluid

Rear brake application slightly uneven

Fail 6 Jul 2011 76,311 miles

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

Nearside front brake hose slightly contaminated with brake fluid

Rear brake application slightly uneven

Pass 22 Dec 2009 69,875 miles

Engine warning lamp indicates engine fault

Pass 30 Dec 2008 66,447 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 66,446 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 57,125 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 48,990 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 41,925 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 31,718 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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Y801 NLW is a 2001 Audi A2 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 Y801 NLW, 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 Y801 NLW registered?

Y801 NLW is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is Y801 NLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y801 NLW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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