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BNZ 7226

1997 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,238 mi
Last recorded164,238 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 7226
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 164,238 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 162,704 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 159,200 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 157,100 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 155,360 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 153,253 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 151,430 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 149,404 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 147,367 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 144,637 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 140,732 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 136,544 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 132,963 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 129,473 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 125,685 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 122,156 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 118,812 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 113,436 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 108,008 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 100,346 miles

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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BNZ 7226 is a 1997 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 129,309 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BNZ 7226, 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 29 years old, this Audi A4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNZ 7226?

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What year was BNZ 7226 registered?

BNZ 7226 is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is BNZ 7226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 7226 shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 7226 have outstanding finance?

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