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N101 DBW

1996 Audi Coupe

Blue Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,766 mi
Last recorded98,766 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Audi Coupe119,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN101 DBW
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 98,766 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 98,535 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 98,242 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 98,061 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 97,803 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 97,566 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 97,427 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 96,689 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Sep 2017 96,125 miles

All 4 tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 5 Sep 2016 95,832 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 95,445 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 95,063 miles

o/s/r tyre perrishing

Pass 11 Sep 2013 94,520 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 92,406 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 91,636 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 91,007 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 86,056 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 83,623 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 82,339 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 80,652 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Coupe?

Based on 59,965 MOT tests across 7,751 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
3,118
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
7,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,923
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,867
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,381
fog lamp not working 2,039
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 1,709
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N101 DBW is a 1996 Audi Coupe in Blue with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Audi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 119,115 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N101 DBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this Audi Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N101 DBW?

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What year was N101 DBW registered?

N101 DBW is a 1996 Audi Coupe, first registered on 4 January 1996.

Is N101 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N101 DBW shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N101 DBW have outstanding finance?

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