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MJZ 3788

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,178 mi
Last recorded84,178 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJZ 3788
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2012 84,178 miles

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

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

surface rust on all brake componants

Fail 5 May 2012 84,178 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

surface rust on all brake componants

Pass 28 Jul 2009 83,667 miles

fuel and brake pipes in rusty condition

under body in rusty condition

Fail 24 Jul 2009 83,667 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

fuel and brake pipes in rusty condition

under body in rusty condition

Pass 4 Oct 2007 74,634 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 66,507 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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MJZ 3788 is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MJZ 3788, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJZ 3788 registered?

MJZ 3788 is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is MJZ 3788 safe to buy?

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