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S213 SBC

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

148,914 mi
Last recorded148,914 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS213 SBC
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 148,914 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 147,608 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 147,608 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 146,019 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 144,072 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 142,505 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 139,736 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 137,106 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 132,499 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 128,711 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 128,711 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 124,082 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 118,822 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 112,344 miles

o/s/f tyre on 1.6mminner edge bald

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

petrol pipes rear corroding

rear pads low

slight blow exhaust jiont

Pass 16 Oct 2006 105,514 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 105,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

both rear tyresworn on inner edges

nails in both front tyres

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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S213 SBC is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S213 SBC, 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 S213 SBC registered?

S213 SBC is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 29 December 1998.

Is S213 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S213 SBC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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