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PY51 EFC

2001 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,752 mi
Last recorded138,752 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY51 EFC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 138,752 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front wipers split

Fail 15 Jun 2015 138,748 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)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 126,450 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 112,302 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 109,985 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 109,985 miles

Front registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Rear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 104,921 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 101,456 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 95,742 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 30 Jan 2008 95,742 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 85,087 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 79,369 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 79,345 miles

ADVISE:air bug light on

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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PY51 EFC is a 2001 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 109,458 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 PY51 EFC, 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 25 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 PY51 EFC registered?

PY51 EFC is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is PY51 EFC safe to buy?

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