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BX51 XPV

2001 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,865 mi
Last recorded79,865 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 XPV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 79,865 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit only just legal at time of test 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both headlight lenses deteriating

engine and gearbox oil leak

Fail 18 Feb 2016 79,865 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour badly faded (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit only just legal at time of test 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both headlight lenses deteriating

both rear discs corroded inner face

engine and gearbox oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2014 74,071 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 69,659 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 67,919 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2012 67,919 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 63,520 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 60,092 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 60,092 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 53,097 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 45,984 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 45,892 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2007 40,289 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 32,884 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2005 26,991 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 XPV is a 2001 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BX51 XPV, 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

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What year was BX51 XPV registered?

BX51 XPV is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is BX51 XPV safe to buy?

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