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HC55 HOW

2005 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,777 mi
Last recorded86,777 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi Cabriolet77,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC55 HOW
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 86,777 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 86,742 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2019 83,984 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 80,236 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 77,064 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 73,487 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2016 73,486 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 70,183 miles

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

Offside Front Lower 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)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 70,183 miles

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

Offside Front Lower 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)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2014 63,032 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,733 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 56,499 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 53,353 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2011 46,005 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

both front wipers smear screen

Pass 1 Mar 2011 46,005 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

both front wipers smear screen

Pass 24 Feb 2010 38,639 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 38,635 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 30,842 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 30,842 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 29,813 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 29,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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HC55 HOW is a 2005 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 HC55 HOW, 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 HC55 HOW registered?

HC55 HOW is a 2005 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is HC55 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC55 HOW shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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