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S251 SBC

1999 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

152,074 mi
Last recorded152,074 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 1999 Audi A4123,081 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 SBC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 152,074 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 148,895 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 148,773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear dangerous carryout brake test driver side pipe leaking

Pass 14 Jan 2021 145,309 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 142,608 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 138,992 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 131,812 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 131,812 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 125,027 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 125,027 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 118,648 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 111,826 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 107,164 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 107,164 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 102,161 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 102,161 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Jan 2012 97,899 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 97,899 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 91,296 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 91,296 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 85,025 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 85,025 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 78,627 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 71,158 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 64,534 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 56,453 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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S251 SBC is a 1999 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1999 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 123,081 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 S251 SBC, 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 27 years old, this Audi A4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S251 SBC registered?

S251 SBC is a 1999 Audi A4, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S251 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S251 SBC shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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