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P852 CCK

1997 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

213,942 mi
Last recorded213,942 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP852 CCK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 213,942 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 212,037 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 210,135 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 210,129 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2017 203,597 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 196,659 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 188,436 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 179,810 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 173,502 miles

both front discs corroded on inside edges.

Pass 31 Aug 2012 165,864 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 157,415 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 150,721 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 143,606 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 135,312 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 125,042 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 115,378 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 115,341 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

†N/S/R wheel bearing some play (wear)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 105,107 miles

O/S/R brake disc pads appear low.

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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P852 CCK is a 1997 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P852 CCK, 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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What year was P852 CCK registered?

P852 CCK is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P852 CCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P852 CCK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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