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M4 ODB

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,267 mi
Last recorded121,267 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 ODB
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 121,267 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil breather pipe broken

Fail 26 Oct 2010 121,265 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil breather pipe broken

Pass 30 Oct 2009 117,126 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2009 117,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2008 109,794 miles

Both front indicator faded.

Cuts in nearside rear tyre outer wall.

Nearside headlamp loose but not insecure.

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings.

Fail 16 May 2008 109,794 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Both front indicator faded.

Cuts in nearside rear tyre outer wall.

Nearside headlamp loose but not insecure.

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings.

Pass 19 Apr 2007 101,717 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 101,714 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear tyre low on outer edge

Oil leak from engine

Pass 4 May 2006 95,790 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 95,790 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (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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M4 ODB is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 M4 ODB, 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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M4 ODB is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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