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L491 UBD

1994 Audi Cabriolet

Red Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,415 mi
Last recorded99,415 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Audi Cabriolet107,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL491 UBD
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 99,415 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 98,127 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 97,496 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 96,828 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 94,409 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 94,375 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 91,381 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 89,470 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 87,743 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 81,166 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 78,410 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 78,410 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 76,826 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 75,842 miles

slight play in n/s/f top strut mount

Pass 1 Oct 2008 75,494 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 73,814 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 72,942 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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L491 UBD is a 1994 Audi Cabriolet in Red with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 107,575 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 L491 UBD, 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 32 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L491 UBD registered?

L491 UBD is a 1994 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L491 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L491 UBD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L491 UBD have outstanding finance?

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