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P473 RHM

1996 Audi A4

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,751 mi
Last recorded162,751 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Audi A4131,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP473 RHM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 162,751 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 162,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 160,230 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 160,230 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 157,324 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 153,210 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 149,879 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 145,517 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 141,580 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 136,093 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 136,093 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 130,433 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 125,838 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 120,400 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 120,400 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 112,568 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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P473 RHM is a 1996 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P473 RHM, 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.

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What year was P473 RHM registered?

P473 RHM is a 1996 Audi A4, first registered on 20 August 1996.

Is P473 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P473 RHM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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