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N169 GVF

1995 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

86,781 mi
Last recorded86,781 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Audi Cabriolet104,275 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN169 GVF
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 86,781 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front exshaut detiorated

Pass 4 Apr 2025 85,940 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 85,940 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 85,564 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 85,564 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 85,255 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 83,814 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 83,643 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 82,811 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 82,103 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 81,064 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 80,498 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 79,394 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 78,936 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 78,497 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Oct 2012 74,422 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 71,814 miles

slight play in steering

Pass 4 Oct 2010 68,333 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Oct 2009 66,125 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 64,049 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 62,215 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 57,202 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 57,202 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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N169 GVF is a 1995 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1995 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 104,275 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 N169 GVF, 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 31 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N169 GVF registered?

N169 GVF is a 1995 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 2 November 1995.

Is N169 GVF safe to buy?

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