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HF51 MKU

2001 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

148,207 mi
Last recorded148,207 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MKU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 148,207 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 148,207 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2019 138,585 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2018 130,698 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2018 130,698 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2016 116,971 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 116,971 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 100,258 miles

rear number plate faided

Pass 30 Sep 2014 92,356 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 79,009 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Oct 2012 76,560 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 76,560 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2012 74,430 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 72,560 miles

Small splits in front wipers (still clearing screen)

Squeek from engine coming from belts area

both rear tyres on 3mm and starting to mishape

front flexi brake hoses starting to perish

front registration plate delaminated

rear anti roll bar rusty

Fail 26 Oct 2011 72,560 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Small splits in front wipers (still clearing screen)

Squeek from engine coming from belts area

both rear tyres on 3mm and starting to mishape

front flexi brake hoses starting to perish

front registration plate delaminated

rear anti roll bar rusty

Pass 6 Apr 2011 70,530 miles

o/s front tyre wearing badley on inner and outer edges

Pass 15 Apr 2010 65,442 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 60,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

sticker/permit should be removed from swept area where possible/practicle.

Pass 10 Apr 2008 53,753 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 53,753 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 48,552 miles

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Fail 19 Apr 2007 48,552 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

play/lift in nearside front lower forward balljoint!

Pass 3 Apr 2006 42,343 miles

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

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

front number plate water ingress

plastic cover fitted to under side of vehicle veiw restricted

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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HF51 MKU is a 2001 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,781cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 HF51 MKU, 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 HF51 MKU?

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What year was HF51 MKU registered?

HF51 MKU is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is HF51 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 MKU shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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