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YV51 SXX

2001 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

133,208 mi
Last recorded133,208 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Audi A290,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 SXX
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 133,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 108,532 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

slight corrosion underbody

Pass 3 Sep 2018 107,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex of one piece exhaust system (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 102,495 miles

brake pad warning light illuminated

Pass 21 Sep 2016 97,757 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 91,978 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 84,725 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 77,107 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 69,866 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 63,963 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 55,909 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 47,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 47,761 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 38,964 miles

rear offside ,nearside tyres split

Pass 24 Sep 2007 30,800 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 22,342 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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YV51 SXX is a 2001 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YV51 SXX, 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 YV51 SXX registered?

YV51 SXX is a 2001 Audi A2, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is YV51 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV51 SXX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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