1008D - AUDI A2
MOT: ValidGB
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The Audi A2, often referred to simply as the A2, is a distinctive supermini produced by the German automaker Audi from 1999 to 2005. Renowned for its lightweight aluminium construction, the A2 was a pioneering model in terms of design and efficiency, showcasing Audi’s innovative approach to compact car manufacturing. Manufactured primarily in Germany, this model features a range of petrol and diesel engines, emphasising fuel economy and urban practicality. Its unique aluminium body panels contribute to a lighter overall weight, enhancing handling and performance. The Audi A2 remains notable for its advanced engineering and compact dimensions, making it a popular choice among those seeking a versatile and environmentally conscious vehicle.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 26 MOT tests
This is a 2001 Audi A2, registration 1008D, first registered in March 2001. It is a red diesel vehicle with a 1390cc engine and CO2 emissions of 119 g/km. The car has a current MOT valid until 23 January 2026, with the latest test conducted on 24 January 2025. The recorded mileage is 158,999 miles. The vehicle is taxed and in roadworthy condition. Notable advisories from the latest MOT include a damaged front windscreen, discoloured nearside front indicator, deteriorated rear registration plate, and several corroded or damaged shock absorbers and coil springs. These issues are advisory and do not currently affect the vehicle's safety or roadworthiness.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
26
Passed Tests
18
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 24 January 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 158,999 mi
Expires: 23 January 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Failed - 24 January 2025 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 158,995 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 08 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 157,557 mi
Expires: 07 August 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- Minor Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged and unit loose (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Failed - 08 August 2023 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 157,553 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 185/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Major Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- Minor Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged and unit loose (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Passed - 28 July 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,337 mi
Expires: 27 July 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Passed - 06 July 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 152,667 mi
Expires: 05 July 2022
Passed - 20 May 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 150,715 mi
Expires: 19 May 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 24 April 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 144,024 mi
Expires: 23 October 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Passed - 20 April 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 140,367 mi
Expires: 19 April 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 19 April 2018 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 140,367 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Major Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
- Major Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 14 April 2017 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 134,961 mi
Expires: 13 April 2018
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Passed - 08 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 127,103 mi
Expires: 07 April 2017
Passed - 15 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 119,894 mi
Expires: 14 May 2016
Failed - 14 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 119,894 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
- Major Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Passed - 15 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 110,967 mi
Expires: 14 May 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 07 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,367 mi
Expires: 06 May 2014
Passed - 02 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 92,480 mi
Expires: 01 May 2013
Passed - 27 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 89,447 mi
Expires: 26 April 2012
Failed - 29 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,809 mi
Passed - 29 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,809 mi
Expires: 28 March 2011
Passed - 21 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 72,375 mi
Expires: 20 November 2009
Failed - 17 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 72,375 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Major Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Major Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Major Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 19 November 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,480 mi
Passed - 19 November 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,480 mi
Expires: 18 November 2008
Failed - 16 October 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,212 mi
Passed - 16 October 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,212 mi
Expires: 15 October 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 1008D?
The MOT expires on 23 January 2026.
What is the tax status of 1008D?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 May 2026.
What are the specifications of 1008D?
This is a 2001 AUDI A2 in Red. It runs on Diesel with a 1390cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 1008D?
This vehicle produces 119 g/km of CO2 emissions.