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BN51 VFZ

2001 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,386 mi
Last recorded95,386 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 VFZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 95,386 miles

front registration cracked

Fail 28 May 2013 95,386 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

front registration cracked

Pass 23 May 2012 89,283 miles

advise on front numberplate condition

Pass 23 May 2011 81,052 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 72,995 miles

Oil leak

Outer Rear Lower Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil level overfilled

Fail 17 May 2010 72,995 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Oil leak

Outer Rear Lower Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil level overfilled

Pass 23 May 2009 65,597 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 50,328 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 40,524 miles

front pads low

o/s/f tyre tread low

rear pads low

rear tyres tread low

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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BN51 VFZ is a 2001 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 97,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN51 VFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN51 VFZ?

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What year was BN51 VFZ registered?

BN51 VFZ is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is BN51 VFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 VFZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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