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N948 BWP

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,684 mi
Last recorded107,684 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN948 BWP
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 107,684 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 106,498 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 105,619 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 104,742 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 103,593 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 102,418 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 101,506 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 99,840 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 97,761 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 95,344 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 92,864 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 90,063 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 87,126 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 85,055 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 80,695 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 78,141 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 76,176 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 73,854 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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N948 BWP is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 101,218 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 N948 BWP, 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 30 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N948 BWP registered?

N948 BWP is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 17 January 1996.

Is N948 BWP safe to buy?

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