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P876 RYF

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Green Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

147,838 mi
Last recorded147,838 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP876 RYF
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2012 147,838 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 147,837 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 142,415 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 142,415 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 136,922 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 136,922 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 129,371 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 120,086 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 107,857 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 98,786 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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P876 RYF is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Green with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P876 RYF, 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 P876 RYF registered?

P876 RYF is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 11 November 1996.

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