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BBZ 809

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Brown Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,135 mi
Last recorded55,135 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2010
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBZ 809
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2010 55,135 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 30 Sep 2009 51,150 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 51,150 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 43,135 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 40,155 miles

o/s/r tyre side wall cracked/cut no cords showing

Fail 19 Apr 2006 37,328 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 37,328 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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BBZ 809 is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Brown with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BBZ 809, 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 BBZ 809?

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What year was BBZ 809 registered?

BBZ 809 is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is BBZ 809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBZ 809 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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