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B5 XCM

1996 Audi A4 1.9 TDI

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

247,506 mi
Last recorded247,506 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 XCM
MakeAudi
ModelA4 1.9 TDI
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 247,506 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 237,973 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 237,959 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 239,450 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 222,778 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 216,647 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4 1.9 TDI?

Based on 1,148 MOT tests across 477 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,407
Miles/Year
477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 2
Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 2
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2
brake disc excessively pitted 2
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B5 XCM is a 1996 Audi A4 1.9 TDI in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Audi A4 1.9 TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B5 XCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was B5 XCM registered?

B5 XCM is a 1996 Audi A4 1.9 TDI, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is B5 XCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 XCM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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