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R576 YNV

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Green Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,793 mi
Last recorded140,793 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR576 YNV
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2009 140,793 miles

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

power brake warning device active but brkes still efficient after two more pumps of the brake pedal

Pass 3 Aug 2009 140,793 miles

power brake warning device active but brkes still efficient after two more pumps of the brake pedal

Pass 18 Jun 2008 138,606 miles

power brake warning activated but brakes still efficient after two more pumps of brake pedal.

Fail 18 Jun 2008 138,606 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

power brake warning activated but brakes still efficient after two more pumps of brake pedal.

Pass 10 Jul 2007 135,777 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 135,777 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 123,491 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2006 123,488 miles

Brake operation has insufficient assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (3.3.D.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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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R576 YNV is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Green with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 R576 YNV, 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 R576 YNV registered?

R576 YNV is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R576 YNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R576 YNV shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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