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Y981 EKR

2001 Audi RS4 Avant

Black Petrol 2671cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

222,567 mi
Last recorded222,567 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Audi RS4 Avant91,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY981 EKR
MakeAudi
ModelRS4 Avant
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,671cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 222,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 221,782 miles

Corrosion To Underside Components Showing Signs Of Surface Corrosion

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 220,831 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play detected N/S/F Wheel

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 220,725 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 209,696 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 201,096 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 194,258 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 189,264 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 182,503 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 176,286 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 158,136 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 154,082 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 154,082 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 133,330 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 109,045 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 87,237 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 64,837 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 51,202 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 45,108 miles

How Reliable is the Audi RS4 Avant?

Based on 7,553 MOT tests across 494 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,636
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
494
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 118
position lamp(s) not working 115
constant velocity joint gaiter split 97
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 69
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 64
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Y981 EKR is a 2001 Audi RS4 Avant in Black with a 2,671cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2001 Audi RS4 Avant models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 91,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi RS4 Avant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y981 EKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi RS4 Avant typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Audi RS4 Avant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y981 EKR registered?

Y981 EKR is a 2001 Audi RS4 Avant, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y981 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y981 EKR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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