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V517 UWL

1999 Audi Cabriolet

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,477 mi
Last recorded45,477 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2009
Typical for 1999 Audi Cabriolet91,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV517 UWL
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2009 45,477 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 45,477 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 3 Mar 2008 44,130 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Wheel nut covers fitted.

Pass 3 Mar 2008 44,130 miles

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

Wheel nut covers fitted.

Pass 28 Sep 2006 36,705 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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V517 UWL is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V517 UWL, 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

How do I check the history of V517 UWL?

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What year was V517 UWL registered?

V517 UWL is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V517 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V517 UWL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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