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J982 XAJ

1996 Audi Cabriolet

Green Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,695 mi
Last recorded82,695 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Audi Cabriolet101,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ982 XAJ
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2011 82,695 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 79,841 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 70,999 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 60,999 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 60,999 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 60,999 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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J982 XAJ is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet in Green with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J982 XAJ, 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.

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What year was J982 XAJ registered?

J982 XAJ is a 1996 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 2 September 1996.

Is J982 XAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J982 XAJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J982 XAJ have outstanding finance?

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