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B13 ACA

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,999 mi
Last recorded87,999 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 ACA
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2024 87,999 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 87,945 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 87,923 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 87,879 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 87,392 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 81,531 miles

brake warning light on dash, wheel nuts not visible, multi guards fitted, exhaust rusty, oil leak, oil burning off exhaust, front tyres uneven wear, rear springs rusty, play in n/s track rod end

Pass 28 Jul 2009 77,242 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 77,242 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 70,874 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 70,872 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 67,452 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 67,210 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 67,210 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 67,038 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 67,038 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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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B13 ACA is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 94,567 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 B13 ACA, 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 29 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B13 ACA registered?

B13 ACA is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is B13 ACA safe to buy?

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