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R54 MJB

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,773 mi
Last recorded85,773 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 MJB
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2012 85,773 miles

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

nearside door mirror missing

Fail 1 Aug 2011 85,205 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 85,205 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 78,891 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 76,429 miles

battery insecure

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear bumper insecure (offside corner)

rear light panel broken

Fail 27 Mar 2008 76,429 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

battery insecure

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear bumper insecure (offside corner)

rear light panel broken

Pass 10 Oct 2006 74,542 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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R54 MJB is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R54 MJB, 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 R54 MJB registered?

R54 MJB is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R54 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 MJB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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