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L579 GYE

1993 Audi Cabriolet

Black Petrol 2309cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,211 mi
Last recorded118,211 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1993 Audi Cabriolet111,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL579 GYE
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,309cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 118,211 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 116,941 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 115,420 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 114,662 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 114,662 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2013 114,662 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 114,662 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 111,381 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front tyre getting low on tread

Fail 24 May 2010 111,374 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 10 Oct 2008 110,111 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 106,847 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 100,169 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 97,825 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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L579 GYE is a 1993 Audi Cabriolet in Black with a 2,309cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L579 GYE, 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

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What year was L579 GYE registered?

L579 GYE is a 1993 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 24 September 1993.

Is L579 GYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L579 GYE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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