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DF51 AXJ

2001 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,451 mi
Last recorded77,451 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 AXJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 77,451 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 66,872 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 66,820 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 59,854 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 51,040 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 44,226 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 38,921 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 32,955 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 26,406 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 16,347 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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DF51 AXJ is a 2001 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DF51 AXJ, 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 DF51 AXJ?

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What year was DF51 AXJ registered?

DF51 AXJ is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is DF51 AXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 AXJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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