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P867 PTM

1997 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,664 mi
Last recorded162,664 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP867 PTM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 162,664 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2012 144,307 miles

both rear shock rubber boots split and hanging loose

n/s/r outer brake pad wearing low

o/s/f outer cv boot starting to split

tyre wear started on o/s/f inner and outer edges

Pass 22 Dec 2011 129,180 miles

both rear shock rubber boot covers split and hanging loose

o/s/f outer cv boot starting to crack

o/s/f wiper blade split on ends

small cracks starting on both front brake flex hoses

strong advice front brake pads on limit of 1,5mm

Pass 22 Nov 2010 118,718 miles

2 nails at nearside front tyre

wear at front anti rollbar offside droplink

Pass 14 Dec 2009 109,793 miles

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

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

offside front cv gaiter has slight grease residue

Fail 14 Dec 2009 109,793 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

offside front cv gaiter has slight grease residue

Pass 22 Dec 2008 96,814 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 96,814 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 93,956 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 15 Dec 2007 93,956 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 92,582 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 89,422 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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P867 PTM is a 1997 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P867 PTM, 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 P867 PTM registered?

P867 PTM is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P867 PTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P867 PTM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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