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VFZ 5562

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Other 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,074 mi
Last recorded60,074 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 5562
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 60,074 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 57,910 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 57,672 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 57,294 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 56,097 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 55,808 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 55,051 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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VFZ 5562 is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 101,218 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 VFZ 5562, 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 30 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VFZ 5562?

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What year was VFZ 5562 registered?

VFZ 5562 is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is VFZ 5562 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 5562 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFZ 5562 have outstanding finance?

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