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R116 UBW

1997 Audi A4

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,468 mi
Last recorded66,468 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR116 UBW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2022 66,468 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 66,274 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 66,159 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 65,825 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 65,560 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 65,121 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 64,490 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 63,859 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 63,296 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 62,581 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 61,952 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 61,148 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 59,525 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 57,237 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 55,107 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 51,081 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 45,585 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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R116 UBW is a 1997 Audi A4 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 R116 UBW, 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

How do I check the history of R116 UBW?

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What year was R116 UBW registered?

R116 UBW is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R116 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R116 UBW shows 17 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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