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R39 ALK

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,676 mi
Last recorded40,676 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 ALK
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 40,676 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2013 40,676 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 38,091 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 36,752 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 9 Jul 2010 34,874 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front and rear registration plates deteriorated

poor retraction of o/s/f seat belt onto reel

Fail 22 Jun 2009 33,392 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 33,392 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 32,121 miles

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

Offsided front tyre wearing low on both shouldres

Pass 7 Jun 2007 31,098 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 31,096 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front tyre only just above legal limit. †Offside front tyre wearing low.

Pass 9 Jun 2006 29,483 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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R39 ALK is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R39 ALK, 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

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What year was R39 ALK registered?

R39 ALK is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R39 ALK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 ALK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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