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P5 REN

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Green Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,285 mi
Last recorded48,285 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 REN
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2026 48,285 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 48,051 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 47,139 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 46,741 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 46,440 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 46,136 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 45,766 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 45,261 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 43,773 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 43,431 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 42,511 miles

Signs of wear developing in N/s front top suspension mount

Pass 23 Mar 2009 41,793 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 41,148 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 40,513 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner edge

Pass 21 Jan 2006 38,888 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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P5 REN is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Green with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 P5 REN, 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 P5 REN registered?

P5 REN is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P5 REN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 REN shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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