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L6 TCW

1993 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2309cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

142,674 mi
Last recorded142,674 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 1993 Audi Cabriolet111,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 TCW
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,309cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 142,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 142,544 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 137,163 miles

Brake system/wear warning light illuminated

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Battery insecure.

Fail 13 Jan 2012 137,114 miles

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brake system/wear warning light illuminated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Battery insecure.

Pass 11 Jan 2011 131,819 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Dec 2010 131,304 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear silencer clamp missing. silencer appears firmly attached to system.

Fail 2 Oct 2010 151,716 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2009 144,958 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 142,201 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 126,632 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 5 Jan 2007 126,630 miles

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

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Spare tyre defective

accelerator pedal anti slip missing

noisey vibration when on road test through the car

unable to see under engine due to plastic cover

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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L6 TCW is a 1993 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,309cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 L6 TCW, 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.

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What year was L6 TCW registered?

L6 TCW is a 1993 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 23 September 1993.

Is L6 TCW safe to buy?

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