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M197 CJC

2004 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,989 mi
Last recorded50,989 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A498,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM197 CJC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 50,989 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 50,989 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 50,236 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Fail 13 Nov 2020 50,236 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 1 Nov 2019 47,581 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 47,581 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 43,619 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 43,619 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 40,589 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 38,191 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 38,191 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 34,702 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 33,697 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 32,683 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 31,777 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 30,378 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 29,404 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 27,989 miles

esp light on

Pass 27 Oct 2008 26,729 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 24,647 miles

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

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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M197 CJC is a 2004 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 98,966 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 M197 CJC, 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 22 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M197 CJC registered?

M197 CJC is a 2004 Audi A4, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is M197 CJC safe to buy?

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