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N318 AAO

1996 Audi A4

Black Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

272,975 mi
Last recorded272,975 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 Audi A4131,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN318 AAO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 272,975 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 268,440 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 264,381 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 261,910 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 258,672 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Oct 2012 253,948 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 253,948 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 250,197 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2010 247,107 miles

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 8 Oct 2009 242,207 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 239,562 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 211,025 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 178,582 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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N318 AAO is a 1996 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 131,704 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 N318 AAO, 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 30 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 N318 AAO?

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What year was N318 AAO registered?

N318 AAO is a 1996 Audi A4, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N318 AAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N318 AAO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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