MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
217,103 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp(s) have 1/10 of their illumination deteriorating
(1.4A.2f)The nearside front indicator colour is deteriorating
(1.4A.2f)The offside front indicator colour is deteriorating
(1.7.3)The nearside front headlamp has a top mounting that is fractured,not resulting in excessive displacement
(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering track rod end ball joint has slight free play/wear present
(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4G.2)The nearside front suspension arm top (rear) (rear) mounting bush bonding is deteriorating but not resulting in any movement at the time of the inspection
(2.4G.2)The offside front suspension arm top (rear) (rear) mounting bush is splitting/deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of the inspection
(2.7.3)The offside rear suspension damper has a seepage of fluid present
(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is cracking/deteriorating at the time of the inspection,but is still complete
(3.5.1g)The offside front brake pad(s) are wearing thin
(3.7B.2)The service brakes across axle (1) during their increase mode indicate that they are ready for service/repairs
(3.7B.2)The service brakes across axle (2) during their increase mode indicate that they are ready for service/repairs
(3.7B.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (1) are at 25%,indicating that they are ready for service/repairs
(3.7B.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (2) are at 23%,indicating that they are ready for service/repairs
(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is dirty but not likely to be misread at the time of the inspection
(6.7.3)The speedo back light(s) have some inoperative,indicating that a repair service is required
(8.1.2a)The nearside front additional door mirror glass is damaged,but not seriously affecting the view
(8.2.2)The offside front wiper blade is leaving streaks of fluid behind in service
THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED
(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamps have 1/10 were the illumination is deteriorating
(2.3.6)The power steering drive belt(s) are deteriorating
(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4G.2)The offside front suspension arm (Top rear arm) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of the inspection
(2.7.3)The offside rear suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present
(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is starting to split at one area but has not yet reached the point of being incomplete at the time of the inspection
(3.7A.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (1) are at 24%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service
(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread
(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the outer side of the central band is wearing unevenly
(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the outer side of the central band is wearing unevenly
(6.1C.1)The offside front wing panel (arch area) has corrosion present forming underneath the paintwork,indicating that service will soon be required
(6.7.3)The speedometer backlight illumination is not working around the integral area of 100 - 120MPH,however the remaining area is illuminated correctly
(8.2.3)The offside front windscreen washer(s) have 50%,which are ready for service
THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED
(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring has corrosion present
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring has corrosion present
(2.7.3)The offside rear suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present
(2c)There is a presence of engine oil indicating that a seepage is present
(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.09mm
(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre at the outer side of the central band is devoid of tread
(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.29mm
NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.
(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering track rod ball joint has slight free play/worn
(2.5B.1a)The nearside front (Top) suspension arm(s) ball joint(s) have slight free play/wear present
(3.5.1f)The offside front brake pad(s) are wearing thin.
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
(2.2B.1f)The offside front steering track rod ball joint has slight free play/worn
(2.5B.1a)The nearside front (Top) suspension arm(s) ball joint(s) have slight free play/wear present
(3.5.1f)The offside front brake pad(s) are wearing thin.
SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)
SECTION - 3 - BRAKES
(4.2.1c)All road wheels have centre caps fitted which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices
Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
(4.2.1c)All road wheels have centre caps fitted which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices
Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
(1.3.2b)Five of ten high level stop lamps light output starting to deteriorate
(1.5A.1d)The nearside front indicator colour starting to deteriorate
(1.5A.1d)The offside front indicator colour starting to deteriorate
(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension coil spring surface corrosion present
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension coil spring surface corrosion present
(2.5B.1a)The offside front top suspension arm ball pin slightly worn
(2.6.2)The nearside rear wheel bearings have slight free play present
(3.7A.2e)The front service brakes imbalance is at 16% throughout the operating range
(4.1D1)The nearside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit
(4.1D1)The offside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit
(8.3.1d)Damage within lower swept area of the windscreen approximately equal to 040mm diameter
(2.6.2)The nearside and the offside rear wheel bearings present slight play,recommend adjustment
(4.1.D1)the offside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit
(8.3.1d)damage within swept area apprximately equal to 040mm.The windscreen may soon require renwal
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
The rear service brakes rate of increase and decrease approximately 030Kgf,recommend servicing
Headlamp aim on 2.0% horizontal line.Battery insecure in mounting.Offside rear wheelbearings minor amount of free play present.
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P135 TNG is a 1997 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 P135 TNG, 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.
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P135 TNG is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 10 June 1997.
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