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Y257 FHK

2001 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

210,185 mi
Last recorded210,185 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 FHK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 210,185 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper control arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 200,426 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 190,146 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 181,929 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 181,929 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 173,216 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 165,614 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 160,359 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 150,658 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 142,079 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 134,846 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 129,036 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 122,161 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 114,055 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 106,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 2 May 2013 106,677 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 May 2012 99,764 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 91,923 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 85,682 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 77,760 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 69,522 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 68,291 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 61,988 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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Y257 FHK is a 2001 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y257 FHK, 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.

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What year was Y257 FHK registered?

Y257 FHK is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y257 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y257 FHK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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