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J997 VLS

1991 Audi Coupe

Bronze Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

123,581 mi
Last recorded123,581 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2008
Typical for 1991 Audi Coupe134,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ997 VLS
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1991
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2008 123,581 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

exhaust deteriated

undercarrage rusty

Fail 20 Feb 2008 123,537 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

How Reliable is the Audi Coupe?

Based on 59,965 MOT tests across 7,751 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
3,118
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
7,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,923
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,867
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,381
fog lamp not working 2,039
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 1,709
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J997 VLS is a 1991 Audi Coupe in Bronze with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1991 Audi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 134,799 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 Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J997 VLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Audi Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J997 VLS registered?

J997 VLS is a 1991 Audi Coupe, first registered on 9 December 1991.

Is J997 VLS safe to buy?

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