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S921 SCF

1998 Audi A4

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

166,152 mi
Last recorded166,152 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Audi A4127,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS921 SCF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2012 166,152 miles

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

Oil leak

both rear brake discs corroded slightly

offside rear tyre sidewall perished slightly

Pass 22 Feb 2011 160,224 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 160,224 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2010 151,925 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 151,925 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 143,857 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 137,812 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 137,812 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 129,065 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 129,065 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 121,461 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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S921 SCF is a 1998 Audi A4 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 S921 SCF, 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 S921 SCF?

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What year was S921 SCF registered?

S921 SCF is a 1998 Audi A4, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S921 SCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S921 SCF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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