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GL51 DRV

2001 Audi A4

Silver Petrol 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

188,005 mi
Last recorded188,005 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 DRV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2015 188,005 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 178,469 miles

Offside front suspension arm bushes split

Fail 13 Jul 2013 170,688 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 170,688 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 159,250 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 159,122 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

rear brake pads approx 80% worn

Pass 17 Jun 2011 151,534 miles

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 21 Jun 2010 141,213 miles

Oil leak

engine management light "on"

Fail 21 Jun 2010 141,213 miles

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

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

Oil leak

engine management light "on"

Pass 15 Jun 2009 127,412 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 16 Jun 2008 115,166 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine mangement light on

Fail 20 Jun 2007 101,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 101,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 83,827 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GL51 DRV is a 2001 Audi A4 in Silver with a 2,976cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL51 DRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL51 DRV?

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What year was GL51 DRV registered?

GL51 DRV is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is GL51 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 DRV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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