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T83 VAE

1999 Audi Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

153,061 mi
Last recorded153,061 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 1999 Audi Cabriolet91,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT83 VAE
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 153,061 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 153,023 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users petrol leak from pipe behind front sub frame (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

unable to check front wheel bearings (as unable to rotate wheels)

Pass 15 Oct 2019 152,371 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All vehicle flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated NSR + OSR *Advise fix* (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened NSF + OSF (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Door sticky when opening from inside (6.2.3 (c) (i))

General corrosion to chassis, body, brakes, steering and suspension systems

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources *Advise fix* (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play *Advise fix* (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Washer jet inoperative NSF still provides fluid to clear screen *Advise fix*

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened *Advise fix* (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play *Advise fix* (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2019 152,371 miles

Emissions not tested Not completed due to possible engine fault (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Not completed due to possible engine fault (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All vehicle flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated NSR + OSR *Advise fix* (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened NSF + OSF (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Door sticky when opening from inside (6.2.3 (c) (i))

General corrosion to chassis, body, brakes, steering and suspension systems

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources *Advise fix* (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play *Advise fix* (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Washer jet inoperative NSF still provides fluid to clear screen *Advise fix*

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened *Advise fix* (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play *Advise fix* (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 148,718 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 148,718 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front original weld cracked (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 145,053 miles

Offside Rear Tyre cracked

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Discs in poor condition (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Discs in poor condition (3.7.B.3)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 145,053 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to exhaust leak (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre cracked

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Discs in poor condition (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Discs in poor condition (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 May 2016 137,923 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 128,483 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 117,827 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 104,235 miles

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TUBE BROKEN.

EXHAUST CORRODED.

EXHAUST FRONT BOX/INTERNALS SLIGHTLY LOOSE.

FRONT TYRES NEAR LEGAL LIMIT.

METAL FUEL PIPES CORRODED.

REAR PLASTIC SCREEN SLIGHTLY TARNISHED.

SMALL CRACK AT R/H/F INDICATOR LENS.

Fail 24 May 2012 104,228 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TUBE BROKEN.

EXHAUST CORRODED.

EXHAUST FRONT BOX/INTERNALS SLIGHTLY LOOSE.

FRONT TYRES NEAR LEGAL LIMIT.

METAL FUEL PIPES CORRODED.

REAR PLASTIC SCREEN SLIGHTLY TARNISHED.

SMALL CRACK AT R/H/F INDICATOR LENS.

Pass 3 Jun 2011 102,318 miles

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK GUIDE BROKEN.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL SLIGHTLY LOW.

EXHAUST FRONT SECTION CORRODED.

FRONT INDICATORS FLASHING SLIGHTLY WHITE.

L/H NUMBER PLATE LIGHT SLIGHTLY DULL.

POOR VISIBILITY AT REAR SCREEN.

SLIGHT WEAR AT FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS.

SLIGHTLY LONG TRAVEL AT FOOTBRAKE.

SURFACE CORROSION AT INNER SIDES OF FRONT BRAKE DISCS.

Pass 27 May 2010 100,004 miles

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK GUIDE BROKEN.

EXHAUST CORRODED.

INTERNALS LOOSE AT INSIDE OF FRONT EXHAUST BOX.

POOR VISIBILITY AT REAR SCREEN.

Pass 19 May 2009 93,418 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 93,346 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 92,820 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 86,977 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 84,856 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 84,844 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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T83 VAE is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 91,286 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 T83 VAE, 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 27 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T83 VAE registered?

T83 VAE is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 7 April 1999.

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