CarVerify

Free Car Check

M133 RCF

1995 Audi Cabriolet

Red Petrol 2598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

99,357 mi
Last recorded99,357 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 1995 Audi Cabriolet104,275 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM133 RCF
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 99,357 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 99,350 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 95,978 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 95,964 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 91,284 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 91,290 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 90,752 miles

oil light glows sometimes

Fail 7 Sep 2012 90,752 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil light glows sometimes

Pass 4 May 2011 90,129 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 87,153 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 81,771 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 78,115 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre has "run flat" damage to the sidewalls

Pass 5 Jun 2006 79,693 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 75,690 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Inner Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

oil leak

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
Full Audi Cabriolet reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M133 RCF is a 1995 Audi Cabriolet in Red with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1995 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 104,275 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M133 RCF, 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 31 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 M133 RCF?

You can check the full history of M133 RCF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M133 RCF registered?

M133 RCF is a 1995 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 8 June 1995.

Is M133 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M133 RCF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M133 RCF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M133 RCF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.