CarVerify

Free Car Check

S881 GGU

1998 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

141,951 mi
Last recorded141,951 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Audi A4127,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS881 GGU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 141,951 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 135,768 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 135,768 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 106,983 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 127,430 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 120,462 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 110,843 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 104,684 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 93,251 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 80,571 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 72,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 66,661 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 63,549 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 60,875 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 60,875 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 56,082 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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
Full Audi A4 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S881 GGU is a 1998 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 127,550 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 S881 GGU, 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 28 years old, this Audi A4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S881 GGU?

You can check the full history of S881 GGU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S881 GGU registered?

S881 GGU is a 1998 Audi A4, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S881 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S881 GGU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S881 GGU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S881 GGU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.