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P69 LSD

1997 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

143,449 mi
Last recorded143,449 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP69 LSD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2016 143,449 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)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint front joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint front joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint front joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint rear joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 140,029 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 May 2015 140,029 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 134,752 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 134,752 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 130,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear brake slight bind

Pass 22 Mar 2011 130,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside rear brake slight bind

Pass 24 Apr 2009 128,637 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 126,305 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 121,840 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 115,317 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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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P69 LSD is a 1997 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 129,309 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P69 LSD, 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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P69 LSD is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 7 January 1997.

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