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R52 OTH

1997 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,733 mi
Last recorded150,733 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Audi A4129,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 OTH
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 150,733 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine undertray in secure

Fail 29 Jul 2019 150,733 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine undertray in secure

Pass 6 Jul 2018 134,813 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 134,813 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 128,974 miles

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 May 2017 128,974 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 110,604 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 103,526 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 97,879 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 90,944 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 84,363 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 74,724 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 71,558 miles

offside rear brake disc pitted and brake pad low

Pass 2 May 2009 60,314 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 56,650 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 51,215 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 51,215 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 45,342 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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R52 OTH is a 1997 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R52 OTH, 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 R52 OTH registered?

R52 OTH is a 1997 Audi A4, first registered on 25 October 1997.

Is R52 OTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 OTH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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