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S137 BFW

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Green Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,377 mi
Last recorded93,377 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS137 BFW
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 93,377 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

full under covers fitted and engine cover

Pass 2 May 2017 80,210 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear wheel bearings slight play

front tyres worn on edges

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Aug 2014 75,417 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 72,530 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 70,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 67,882 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 65,539 miles

clip securing o/s/f outer cv boot fouling ball joint fixing bolts

clutch pedal sticking down

Fail 18 Dec 2008 65,539 miles

clutch pedal sticking down

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

clip securing o/s/f outer cv boot fouling ball joint fixing bolts

Pass 16 Jan 2008 64,403 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 64,401 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 61,803 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 61,803 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S137 BFW is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Green with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S137 BFW, 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.

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What year was S137 BFW registered?

S137 BFW is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S137 BFW safe to buy?

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