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S205 XNE

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,940 mi
Last recorded151,940 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS205 XNE
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2011 151,940 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2011 151,940 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 150,128 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 145,193 miles

advise off side front brake disc

advise off side rear tyre

Pass 15 Oct 2008 134,166 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 107,736 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 68,213 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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S205 XNE is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S205 XNE, 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

How do I check the history of S205 XNE?

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What year was S205 XNE registered?

S205 XNE is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S205 XNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S205 XNE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S205 XNE have outstanding finance?

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