MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,492 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
front brake discs worn, advise
rear axle corrosion, advise
rear brake discs pitted, advise
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside front tyre outer edge slight cracking but no cords showing.
Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside front tyre outer edge slight cracking but no cords showing.
Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
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R398 VJA is a 1997 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R398 VJA, 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 R398 VJA registered?
R398 VJA is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 8 August 1997.
Is R398 VJA safe to buy?
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