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S314 JGO

1998 Audi Cabriolet

Red Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

78,207 mi
Last recorded78,207 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Audi Cabriolet91,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS314 JGO
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 78,207 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 74,325 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 72,572 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 72,455 miles

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm covered in oil.

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 72,087 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 72,062 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 71,949 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 71,776 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 71,002 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 70,524 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 70,268 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 70,121 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 69,580 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 67,186 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 63,964 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 60,309 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

rear centre stop light not working

Pass 8 Sep 2010 56,707 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 53,764 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 53,762 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 49,588 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 45,842 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 42,238 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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S314 JGO is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet in Red with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 S314 JGO, 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 S314 JGO registered?

S314 JGO is a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 16 November 1998.

Is S314 JGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S314 JGO shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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