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FD55 WRT

2005 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

110,380 mi
Last recorded110,380 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi Cabriolet77,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 WRT
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 110,380 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

bonnet cable operation poor condition

full underbody protection fitted.

Fail 13 Feb 2020 110,379 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

bonnet cable operation poor condition

full underbody protection fitted.

Pass 13 Feb 2019 108,776 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 108,776 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 104,474 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Mar 2017 104,028 miles

all brake disc corroded

both headlight lenses poor condition

emissions to clean to register

Fail 22 Feb 2017 104,028 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking cooler (2.3.3b)

all brake disc corroded

both headlight lenses poor condition

emissions to clean to register

Pass 11 Feb 2016 101,951 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 22 Jan 2015 99,555 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2014 96,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

emissions to clean

front pads 3/4 worn

Pass 18 Jan 2014 96,902 miles

emissions to clean

front pads 3/4 worn

Pass 9 Feb 2013 85,813 miles

eml on

Fail 9 Feb 2013 85,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

eml on

Pass 14 Feb 2012 75,057 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 66,263 miles

nearside rear tyre on 3mm tread

Pass 23 Sep 2009 52,592 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 37,648 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Cabriolet?

Based on 87,077 MOT tests across 6,173 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
3,042
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
6,173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,990
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,986
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,545
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 2,368
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,307
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FD55 WRT is a 2005 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2005 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 77,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,990 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD55 WRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FD55 WRT registered?

FD55 WRT is a 2005 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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