2001 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · MJ51 AUX
2001 Audi A3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12 Oct 2001. Recorded mileage 122,360 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,360 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MJ51 AUX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2026
- 122,360 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MJ51 AUX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Audi A3 (MJ51 AUX) between September 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
MJ51 AUX Mileage History
- 21/09/2023117,964 mi
- 13/08/2024119,407 mi+1,443 mi
- 10/06/2025120,845 mi+1,438 mi
- 10/06/2025120,846 mi+1 mi
- 14/05/2026122,360 mi+1,514 mi
Average of roughly 1,662 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Audi Audi A3 Mk1 (8L)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Front Suspension Wishbone Void Bush Degradation & Ball Joint PlayModerate
The front lower wishbone rear voided rubber bushes split and tear under heavy braking and cornering, while ball joints develop play, leading to knock noises over speed cushions and uneven front tyre wear.
- 1.8T Push-Fit Ignition Coil Pack Insulation BreakdownModerate
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- Central Convenience Module (CCM) Water Ingress from Scuttle Drain ClogsSerious
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