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L318 JBW

1993 Audi Cabriolet

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

100,325 mi
Last recorded100,325 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 1993 Audi Cabriolet111,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL318 JBW
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 100,325 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 3 Sep 2015 100,299 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 99,176 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s/f headlamp slightly insecure and battery slightly insecure

Pass 17 Sep 2011 95,845 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 79,065 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 115,655 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 110,279 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2007 107,212 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

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

exhaust corroded

slight judder at front brakes

slight play in steering rack

unable to check under vehicle properly due to plastic coverings

Pass 23 Sep 2006 101,655 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 98,567 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2005 98,544 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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L318 JBW is a 1993 Audi Cabriolet in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1993 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 111,184 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 L318 JBW, 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 33 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L318 JBW?

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What year was L318 JBW registered?

L318 JBW is a 1993 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L318 JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L318 JBW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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