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R331 ETU

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Turquoise Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

62,763 mi
Last recorded62,763 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR331 ETU
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 62,763 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 61,230 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 61,230 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 61,092 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 57,967 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 54,844 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 54,842 miles

Fuel pipe leaking underside (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 53,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 51,298 miles

Front tyres starting to crack no cords visible

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both at caliper (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 51,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front tyres starting to crack no cords visible

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both at caliper (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 49,618 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 49,029 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 48,836 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 48,470 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 48,082 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 44,116 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 44,116 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 May 2011 43,207 miles

front brake discs pitted on inner faces

Pass 20 May 2010 42,102 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 May 2009 40,795 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 May 2008 39,057 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 May 2007 37,465 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2007 37,465 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 May 2006 36,723 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R331 ETU is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Turquoise with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R331 ETU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R331 ETU?

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What year was R331 ETU registered?

R331 ETU is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R331 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R331 ETU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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