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R201 FFC

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

36,731 mi
Last recorded36,731 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 FFC
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 36,731 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 36,522 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 36,120 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 35,905 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 35,706 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 35,361 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 35,055 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 34,388 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 33,695 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 33,096 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 32,612 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 32,087 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,135 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 30,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 29,101 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 29,101 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 28,278 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake discs slightly worn

rear brake pads low

slight corrosion to most suspension parts

slight corrosion to underbody

Pass 28 Jul 2010 26,886 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 25,951 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 24,878 miles

cracks on side walls all four tyres

Pass 16 Jul 2007 23,296 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyre outer sidewalls starting to crack/perish slightly

Pass 21 Jul 2006 22,519 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 21,478 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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R201 FFC is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 91,556 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 R201 FFC, 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 28 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R201 FFC registered?

R201 FFC is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R201 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 FFC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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