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P896 ODU

1997 Audi A4

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

230,687 mi
Last recorded230,687 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP896 ODU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2024 230,687 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 229,874 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 228,688 miles

Offside Rear Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 228,389 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 225,621 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 218,840 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 211,566 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 204,900 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 197,239 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 190,542 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 181,235 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 172,027 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 163,424 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 155,625 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 149,187 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 145,697 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 137,812 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 126,656 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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P896 ODU is a 1997 Audi A4 in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P896 ODU, 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 P896 ODU registered?

P896 ODU is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P896 ODU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P896 ODU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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