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YV51 LYF

2001 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,777 mi
Last recorded138,777 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi A4109,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 LYF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 138,777 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 132,568 miles

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

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

Nearside front wiper slightly smearing

Fail 24 Jun 2015 132,568 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside front wiper slightly smearing

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 126,764 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 126,764 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 126,548 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

front shocks bouncy

n/s/f abs wire broken & adrift

winter tyres fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2013 120,774 miles

Exhaust emites black smoke

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

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 117,158 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke on acceleration.

Front wipers operating very slowly.

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside headlamp bulb fitted incorrectly affecting beam image.

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

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

Brake system warning lamp on dashboard flashing in red colour, indicating a serious fault.

Fail 26 Jun 2012 117,158 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

All brake pad sensor wires disconnected.

Exhaust emits black smoke on acceleration.

Front wipers operating very slowly.

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside headlamp bulb fitted incorrectly affecting beam image.

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

Brake system warning lamp on dashboard flashing in red colour, indicating a serious fault.

Pass 16 Jun 2011 112,748 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2010 105,294 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 95,928 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 87,176 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 129,401 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 129,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 117,589 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 117,586 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 92,845 miles

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

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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YV51 LYF is a 2001 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YV51 LYF, 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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YV51 LYF is a 2001 Audi A4, first registered on 4 October 2001.

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