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R31 ULR

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

127,395 mi
Last recorded127,395 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 ULR
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 127,395 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2025 127,395 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

emission can not be tested

Pass 9 Nov 2024 124,257 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Nov 2024 124,126 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Rear Obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 121,168 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 117,521 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 115,582 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 113,549 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 113,549 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 112,188 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 111,957 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 111,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 111,003 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2014 109,784 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 109,784 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 108,204 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 106,899 miles

Front brake discs corroded

N/S REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 105,708 miles

n/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge, no canvas showing.appears slightly deflated,no nails visible.

Pass 27 Sep 2010 104,532 miles

Front brake discs worn.

Pass 21 Oct 2009 103,386 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 102,654 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 99,579 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 95,911 miles

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

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

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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R31 ULR is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Silver with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R31 ULR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R31 ULR registered?

R31 ULR is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R31 ULR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 ULR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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