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W196 YBN

2000 Audi Cabriolet

Black Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,215 mi
Last recorded31,215 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 2000 Audi Cabriolet85,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW196 YBN
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 31,215 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 29,766 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 29,766 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 29,194 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 28,625 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 27,937 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 27,777 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 27,448 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 24,641 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 23,712 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 23,712 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 2 Mar 2006 14,930 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE PITTED ON INNER FACES OF DISCS , RE CHECK IN 3 MONTHS TIME

ADVISE CUT IN REAR NEARSIDE TYRE BUT NOT TO INNER CORD

ADVISE SLIGHTLY LOW READING RECORDED FROM REAR OFFSIDE SERVICE BRAKE AND PARKING BRAKE

Fail 2 Mar 2006 14,930 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE PITTED ON INNER FACES OF DISCS , RE CHECK IN 3 MONTHS TIME

ADVISE CUT IN REAR NEARSIDE TYRE BUT NOT TO INNER CORD

ADVISE SLIGHTLY LOW READING RECORDED FROM REAR OFFSIDE SERVICE BRAKE AND PARKING BRAKE

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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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W196 YBN is a 2000 Audi Cabriolet in Black with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2000 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 85,028 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 W196 YBN, 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 26 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 W196 YBN registered?

W196 YBN is a 2000 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is W196 YBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W196 YBN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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