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P789 LRK

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,766 mi
Last recorded97,766 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP789 LRK
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2009 97,766 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

b oth rear brake discs worn

front brake discs in poor condition + front brake pad wear getting low

Pass 25 Jul 2008 89,595 miles

all front + rear b rake discs worn

Fail 18 Jul 2008 89,467 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

all front + rear b rake discs worn

Pass 17 Jul 2007 77,995 miles

front/rear brake discs worn †f/s/absorber top mounts slight play

Fail 14 Jul 2007 77,978 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front/rear brake discs worn †front s/absorbers top mounts slight play

Pass 3 Jul 2006 76,144 miles

front o/s tyre inner edge worn (needs attention) †FRONT N/S TYRE INNER EDGE SLIGHTLY WORN †R/O/S TYRE INNER WALL SMALL SPLIT †FRONT BRAKES SLIGHT DISTORSION

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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P789 LRK is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P789 LRK, 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 P789 LRK registered?

P789 LRK is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P789 LRK safe to buy?

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