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P718 COM

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,912 mi
Last recorded122,912 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 COM
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 122,912 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Jun 2015 119,104 miles

Centre exhaust corroding

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 119,104 miles

Centre exhaust corroding

Pass 23 Jun 2014 115,407 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 101,444 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 87,745 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 83,582 miles

both front top mounts have slight play

Pass 25 Jan 2010 77,815 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2010 77,815 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 71,570 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 71,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 64,140 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2007 57,698 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 50,313 miles

o/s rear tyre outer wall cracking

signs of wear to n/s & o/s front strut top mounts

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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P718 COM is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P718 COM, 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.

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What year was P718 COM registered?

P718 COM is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P718 COM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P718 COM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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