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2000 Audi S4 2.7L Petrol · MB 2170

MB 2170

2000 Audi S4 (2.7L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2000. Recorded mileage 115,966 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2024. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
AUDI S4
Year / Origin
2000 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 30 Jul 2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
115,966 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 30 Jul 2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2000
Engine
2671cc
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MB 2170 Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2023
  • 115,966 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MB 2170 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 13:21
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2000 Audi S4 (MB 2170) between August 2023 and August 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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SALVAGE & AUCTION

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SCRAPPED RECORD

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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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Buying Score
40/100
Risk Level
High
High
Est. Annual Cost
£2,500-£3,500
Mileage
The recorded mileage of 115,966 is sligh...

Our Verdict

Proceed with extreme caution. While the

The most critical priority is addressing the missing MOT history from 2023 to 2026. You should insist that the seller provides a fresh MOT certificate before any funds are exchanged to ensure the vehicle is legal and safe for the road.

Carefully review the service history to see if the vehicle was maintained during its period of MOT inactivity. Given the performance nature of the 2.7L petrol engine, documented oil changes and timing belt intervals are essential for this model. Use the lack of recent official testing as a strong point for price negotiation.

The 2671cc petrol engine will result in high fuel consumption and higher road tax compared to standard A4 models of the era. Insurance costs are likely to be elevated due to the S4's performance classification and age.

Maintenance for a 26-year-old performance Audi can be costly, particularly if suspension components or engine seals require replacement. Expect annual running costs to be significant to keep the vehicle in a roadworthy state.

Focus your inspection on the suspension arms and headlamps, as these are identified as top failure reasons for this model across 1,482 analysed vehicles. Check if the fuel cap seal mentioned in the 2023 MOT has been replaced or if it has further deteriorated.

Because the vehicle has not had a recorded MOT since 2023, perform a thorough check for tyre perishments (cracking) and brake corrosion, which can occur when a vehicle is stationary for long periods. A professional mechanical inspection is strongly recommended to identify any faults that developed during the undocumented years.

This silver 2000 Audi S4 has a recorded mileage of 115,966, which is slightly below the model average. The MOT history provided shows a pass in August 2023 with a minor advisory for a perishing fuel cap seal. However, there is a notable gap in the MOT record for the three years leading up to September 2026.

This model has an average MOT pass rate of 83.9%, with the most common failures relating to tyres, headlamps, and suspension arms.

Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.

Data Sources

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