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AJ51 ZLZ

2001 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

253,069 mi
Last recorded253,069 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 ZLZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 253,069 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 253,069 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 244,927 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 244,927 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2015 237,077 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2015 237,058 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 212,136 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 212,123 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 May 2013 176,476 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 175,832 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 May 2012 159,668 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 159,668 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 152,755 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 146,640 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 135,709 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 122,234 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

small splits in wipers but blades still clear screen

Pass 30 Jan 2007 100,245 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 91,570 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 91,570 miles

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

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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AJ51 ZLZ is a 2001 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2001 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 109,458 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 A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ51 ZLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Audi A4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ51 ZLZ registered?

AJ51 ZLZ is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 3 December 2001.

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