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P815 LNH

1997 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,263 mi
Last recorded126,263 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP815 LNH
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2014 126,263 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak in engine

Pass 7 Jan 2013 119,227 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 114,929 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 114,929 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)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 110,909 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 106,226 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 106,226 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P815 LNH is a 1997 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 P815 LNH, 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

How do I check the history of P815 LNH?

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What year was P815 LNH registered?

P815 LNH is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P815 LNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P815 LNH shows 7 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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