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SDB 3J

2001 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,462 mi
Last recorded62,462 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDB 3J
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 62,462 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 60,616 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 59,924 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 59,021 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 59,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 57,858 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 56,131 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 54,572 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 52,634 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 52,634 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 51,413 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 49,656 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 47,408 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 42,293 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 39,906 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 39,906 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 36,305 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 32,443 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Feb 2011 31,071 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 29,357 miles

Adv - Number plate lettring is dark grey/black (carbon fibre).

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 28,408 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 24,873 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 22,684 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 21,372 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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SDB 3J is a 2001 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 109,458 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 SDB 3J, 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 25 years old, this Audi A4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SDB 3J registered?

SDB 3J is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is SDB 3J safe to buy?

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