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R57 OCJ

1997 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

33,193 mi
Last recorded33,193 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Audi QUATTRO112,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR57 OCJ
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 33,193 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 30,434 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 28,468 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 27,794 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 26,513 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 25,712 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,871 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 24,489 miles

Front both front tyres starting to perish

Pass 24 Jul 2017 23,604 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 31 May 2016 22,566 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 21,750 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 20,873 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 20,873 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 20,200 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 19,682 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 19,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2011 19,219 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 18,772 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 17,817 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 17,150 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 15,592 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,269 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 14,780 miles

How Reliable is the Audi QUATTRO?

Based on 20,748 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 471
position lamp(s) not working 471
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 444
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 416
Headlamp aim too low 389
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R57 OCJ is a 1997 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 112,901 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi QUATTRO fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 471 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R57 OCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi QUATTRO typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Audi QUATTRO is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R57 OCJ registered?

R57 OCJ is a 1997 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R57 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R57 OCJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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