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R390 NGF

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,008 mi
Last recorded97,008 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR390 NGF
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2015 97,008 miles

Front seat belts slow to retract

Fuel lines undersealed

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)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 May 2015 97,004 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Front seat belts slow to retract

Fuel lines undersealed

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)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 May 2014 95,083 miles

All brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

Brake pipes/fuel lines undersealed

Drivers seat belt slow to retract

Front exhaust joints thin

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Some bulbs in high level stop lamp not working

Pass 3 Apr 2013 92,591 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2012 88,662 miles

Front brake flexy hoses perished

Off side rear brake flexy bracket broken

Slight play in near side rear wheel bearing

Fail 26 Mar 2012 88,662 miles

Front brake flexy hoses perished

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

Off side rear brake flexy bracket broken

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

Slight play in near side rear wheel bearing

Pass 1 Apr 2011 85,186 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 80,577 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Possible radiator leak coolant level below min

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 78,443 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 75,397 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 72,401 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 69,218 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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R390 NGF is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R390 NGF, 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 R390 NGF registered?

R390 NGF is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 9 October 1997.

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