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RA02 SXZ

2002 Audi A4

Red Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

113,193 mi
Last recorded113,193 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Audi A4109,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA02 SXZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 113,193 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 109,995 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 105,897 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 105,897 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 100,201 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 96,375 miles

n/s mirror is slightly cracked

Fail 18 Jan 2014 96,369 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 88,621 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

nearside front tyre perished

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 8 Nov 2012 88,621 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

nearside front tyre perished

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Sep 2011 76,662 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 76,526 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 68,948 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 64,901 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 64,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 May 2008 59,984 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 51,076 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Noticed knocking/creaking noise from front of car. Advise investigation.

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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RA02 SXZ is a 2002 Audi A4 in Red with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 109,982 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RA02 SXZ, 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 24 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RA02 SXZ registered?

RA02 SXZ is a 2002 Audi A4, first registered on 27 June 2002.

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