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P498 TFB

1997 Audi A4

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,956 mi
Last recorded123,956 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP498 TFB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 123,956 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 118,311 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 112,684 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 110,716 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Off-side rear tyre pressure WAS @ 10psi!

both rear tyres - sidewalls perished

Pass 12 Sep 2012 110,716 miles

Off-side rear tyre pressure WAS @ 10psi!

both rear tyres - sidewalls perished

Pass 15 Aug 2011 108,773 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 107,272 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 107,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2009 104,692 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both front flexible brake hoses starting to perish

front brake pads low - 6-8k

Pass 21 Jul 2009 104,692 miles

both front flexible brake hoses starting to perish

front brake pads low - 6-8k

Pass 4 Jul 2008 102,064 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 98,589 miles

crack in front number plate. small chips on windscreen zone a and b.

Pass 14 Feb 2006 96,388 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 96,387 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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P498 TFB is a 1997 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P498 TFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P498 TFB registered?

P498 TFB is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P498 TFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P498 TFB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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