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YR51 XGJ

2001 Audi A2

Grey Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

141,254 mi
Last recorded141,254 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 XGJ
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 141,254 miles

steering slight notchy

handbrake just meets req

Fail 31 May 2016 141,254 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

handbrake just meets req

steering slight notchy

Pass 7 Sep 2015 124,229 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 110,605 miles

Oil leak

front registration plate damaged

Pass 9 Aug 2013 102,230 miles

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

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

front number plate cracked

handbrake travel high

o/s+n/s rear tyres close to limit 1.6mm.both tyres perished

Fail 9 Aug 2013 102,230 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate cracked

handbrake travel high

o/s+n/s rear tyres close to limit 1.6mm.both tyres perished

Pass 23 Apr 2012 95,221 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 95,108 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

rear shocks wearing

Pass 13 Oct 2010 84,191 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Sep 2009 81,922 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front brake sensor insecure

Pass 18 Sep 2009 81,922 miles

nearside front brake sensor insecure

Pass 15 Oct 2008 69,653 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 59,387 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 59,387 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2006 48,962 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 48,962 miles

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

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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YR51 XGJ is a 2001 Audi A2 in Grey with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 YR51 XGJ, 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.

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What year was YR51 XGJ registered?

YR51 XGJ is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is YR51 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 XGJ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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