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R418 CET

1997 Audi A4

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,457 mi
Last recorded164,457 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR418 CET
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 164,457 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 159,797 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front most (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 155,524 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 155,512 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 148,913 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 142,808 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Jul 2013 142,492 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 138,997 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 132,999 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 132,846 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 126,944 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Jul 2009 120,731 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 115,361 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 105,986 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 93,641 miles

Rear diff seals leaking oil

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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R418 CET is a 1997 Audi A4 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R418 CET, 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 R418 CET registered?

R418 CET is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R418 CET safe to buy?

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