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P723 NLU

1997 Audi A4

Brown Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,017 mi
Last recorded63,017 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP723 NLU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 63,017 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 62,792 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 62,762 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 62,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2018 62,441 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 62,051 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 61,412 miles

Centre Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Coolant leak apparent

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Chipped (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged Corroded on inside (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leaks apparent

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Both shock absorber bump stops and dust covers deteriorated

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 61,412 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement Brake binding (3.5.1k)

Centre Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Coolant leak apparent

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Chipped (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged Corroded on inside (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leaks apparent

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Both shock absorber bump stops and dust covers deteriorated

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2015 60,635 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 May 2015 60,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2014 59,574 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2013 58,413 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 56,364 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 55,886 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 55,802 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 54,853 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 53,892 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 52,589 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 50,629 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 48,506 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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P723 NLU is a 1997 Audi A4 in Brown with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P723 NLU, 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 P723 NLU registered?

P723 NLU is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 25 March 1997.

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