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P834 SVV

1997 Audi A4

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

230,974 mi
Last recorded230,974 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP834 SVV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 230,974 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 230,974 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 225,675 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 219,126 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 212,799 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 212,750 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 20,816 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2012 204,804 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2011 197,727 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 190,430 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 182,781 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 170,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 May 2008 170,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 May 2007 152,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 May 2006 137,692 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear reg plate poor condition. †but not likely to be misread

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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P834 SVV is a 1997 Audi A4 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P834 SVV, 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 P834 SVV registered?

P834 SVV is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P834 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P834 SVV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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