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R241 VRJ

1997 Audi Cabriolet

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

38,926 mi
Last recorded38,926 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR241 VRJ
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 38,926 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 38,713 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 38,194 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 37,686 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 37,679 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 37,650 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 37,580 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 37,545 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 37,525 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 37,514 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,400 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 37,119 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 37,119 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 May 2013 36,906 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 36,701 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 36,701 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 36,506 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 36,506 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 35,922 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 35,575 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 35,003 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 34,373 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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R241 VRJ is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 94,567 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 R241 VRJ, 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 29 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R241 VRJ registered?

R241 VRJ is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R241 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R241 VRJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R241 VRJ have outstanding finance?

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