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P562 BUB

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Red Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

67,976 mi
Last recorded67,976 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP562 BUB
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2026 67,976 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid unable to tell where brake fluid is coming from at this point (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside steering rack arm cover loose with inner clip missing still stopping the ingress of dirt

Pass 22 May 2025 65,748 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2025 65,079 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 56,914 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2024 56,913 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 56,112 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 56,090 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 56,017 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 55,765 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 55,547 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 55,337 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 May 2015 55,337 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 54,970 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 54,704 miles

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)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 54,159 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 53,847 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 53,129 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 51,377 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 51,091 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 49,368 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 44,766 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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P562 BUB is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Red with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P562 BUB, 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.

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What year was P562 BUB registered?

P562 BUB is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P562 BUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P562 BUB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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