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BX51 XOZ

2001 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

171,319 mi
Last recorded171,319 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 XOZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 171,319 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 167,718 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 167,718 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 159,760 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 159,760 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 26 Nov 2013 150,477 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 150,477 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2013 150,394 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f abs wire damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2012 142,593 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 142,593 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 136,950 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 131,929 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 119,831 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2008 96,814 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

all brake discs showing signs of corossion

Pass 4 Nov 2008 96,814 miles

all brake discs showing signs of corossion

Pass 23 Nov 2007 94,585 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 83,421 miles

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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BX51 XOZ is a 2001 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BX51 XOZ, 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 BX51 XOZ?

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What year was BX51 XOZ registered?

BX51 XOZ is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is BX51 XOZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 XOZ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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