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R481 JGF

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 JGF
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2012
Pass 3 Mar 2010 52,181 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 48,413 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 48,413 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 45,546 miles

nock from steering when rocked under load

Fail 14 Mar 2007 45,546 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front and rear pads worn low

Pass 13 Oct 2006 44,516 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 44,514 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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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R481 JGF is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R481 JGF, 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 R481 JGF registered?

R481 JGF is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is R481 JGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 JGF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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