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Y278 NLB

2001 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,032 mi
Last recorded105,032 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 NLB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2017 105,032 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Jul 2016 100,008 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 98,843 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2014 95,669 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 91,007 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 89,205 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 89,203 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 85,784 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 85,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 70,308 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 61,043 miles

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

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

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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Y278 NLB is a 2001 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y278 NLB, 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 Y278 NLB registered?

Y278 NLB is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y278 NLB safe to buy?

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