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S4 FWD

1998 Audi S4

Blue Petrol 2671cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

118,031 mi
Last recorded118,031 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Audi S4122,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS4 FWD
MakeAudi
ModelS4
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,671cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 118,031 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 117,239 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 115,450 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 110,044 miles

both front tyres cracking inner edge sidewall

both outer cv boots damp with grease

Pass 1 Oct 2013 101,252 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 93,864 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

non std suspension

Pass 6 Jun 2011 82,363 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 62,818 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 62,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 41,997 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken, but exhaust system still secure.

Pass 4 Feb 2008 34,880 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 27,455 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front track rod end gaiter split, but no excessive play

How Reliable is the Audi S4?

Based on 27,955 MOT tests across 2,040 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,040
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 527
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 327
position lamp(s) not working 306
Registration plate lamp not working 203
constant velocity joint gaiter split 193
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S4 FWD is a 1998 Audi S4 in Blue with a 2,671cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Audi S4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 122,696 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 527 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S4 FWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S4 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Audi S4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S4 FWD registered?

S4 FWD is a 1998 Audi S4, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S4 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S4 FWD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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