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M509 BNO

1994 Audi Cabriolet

Grey Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

146,429 mi
Last recorded146,429 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2011
Typical for 1994 Audi Cabriolet107,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM509 BNO
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2011 146,429 miles

Oil leak

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

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

front uder guard loose

Fail 24 Jun 2011 146,424 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

front uder guard loose

Pass 14 May 2010 145,148 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 May 2010 145,414 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 143,682 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 143,682 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 May 2007 139,363 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 139,362 miles

Brake warning device defective (3.3.E.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 136,175 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 136,175 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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M509 BNO is a 1994 Audi Cabriolet in Grey with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 107,575 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 M509 BNO, 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 32 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M509 BNO registered?

M509 BNO is a 1994 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 1 November 1994.

Is M509 BNO safe to buy?

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