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LXI 538

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,776 mi
Last recorded18,776 miles
Recorded on8 May 2007
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXI 538
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2007 18,776 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 18,776 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 May 2006 18,453 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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LXI 538 is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 91,556 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 LXI 538, 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 28 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 LXI 538?

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What year was LXI 538 registered?

LXI 538 is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is LXI 538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXI 538 shows 3 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.

Does LXI 538 have outstanding finance?

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