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S962 TPU

1998 Audi A4

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

71,413 mi
Last recorded71,413 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Audi A4127,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS962 TPU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 71,413 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer cv boot deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 70,658 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 69,621 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 68,737 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 67,932 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 65,575 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 65,575 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 57,122 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 47,884 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 47,884 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 47,833 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 38,783 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 37,092 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 34,513 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

cracking to o/s/r tyre outer wall

Pass 28 Sep 2010 33,914 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 33,342 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2008 31,080 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 30,605 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 29,999 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 28,025 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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S962 TPU is a 1998 Audi A4 in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S962 TPU, 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 S962 TPU?

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What year was S962 TPU registered?

S962 TPU is a 1998 Audi A4, first registered on 5 October 1998.

Is S962 TPU safe to buy?

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