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V516 DGC

1999 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

104,396 mi
Last recorded104,396 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Audi Cabriolet91,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV516 DGC
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 104,396 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 104,396 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2017 104,396 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 101,054 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 98,642 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 93,625 miles

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

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

exhaust is deterioated

Pass 2 Nov 2013 89,946 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 1 Nov 2013 89,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 87,781 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 81,071 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 81,000 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 77,320 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2010 77,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 70,928 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 70,928 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 60,996 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 54,773 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 54,773 miles

Nearside Outer Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Outer Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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V516 DGC is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V516 DGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V516 DGC registered?

V516 DGC is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V516 DGC safe to buy?

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