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P396 GRD

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,249 mi
Last recorded92,249 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP396 GRD
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 92,249 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 91,577 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Aug 2016 87,365 miles

Exhaust rear rubber missing

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 86,583 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 86,583 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 85,760 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 85,758 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 May 2010 80,751 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 78,415 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 76,265 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 70,342 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 66,906 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 66,906 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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P396 GRD is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 94,567 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 P396 GRD, 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 29 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 P396 GRD registered?

P396 GRD is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P396 GRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P396 GRD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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