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R416 XBW

1997 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

193,653 mi
Last recorded193,653 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR416 XBW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 193,653 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 193,640 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)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 187,339 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 180,044 miles

emisions close to limit

Pass 15 Oct 2012 171,216 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 165,070 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 157,734 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 153,389 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 153,389 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 149,154 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 141,608 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 141,570 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 134,277 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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R416 XBW is a 1997 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R416 XBW, 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 R416 XBW registered?

R416 XBW is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R416 XBW safe to buy?

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