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MXI 278

1999 Audi Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

123,486 mi
Last recorded123,486 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Audi Cabriolet91,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXI 278
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 123,486 miles

suspension bushes perished/worn,front exhaust weeping.suspension spring platforms coroded,

Fail 25 Jun 2015 123,386 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

suspension bushes perished/worn,front exhaust weeping.suspension spring platforms coroded,

Pass 17 Jun 2014 116,523 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front brake discs worn,power steering rack damp,suspension bushes perished/worn,offside rear tyre perished,brake hoses perished/coroded,front tyres worn inner edges,

Fail 17 Jun 2014 116,523 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake discs worn,power steering rack damp,suspension bushes perished/worn,offside rear tyre perished,brake hoses perished/coroded,front tyres worn inner edges,

Pass 24 Jan 2013 104,171 miles

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

offside front seat mech. suspect,front brake disc s worn.rear tyres perished/splitting.

Fail 24 Jan 2013 104,171 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

offside front seat mech. suspect,front brake disc s worn.rear tyres perished/splitting.

Fail 13 Jan 2012 94,822 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 94,822 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 86,842 miles

vehicle tested wet,front tyres worn edges.

Fail 13 Jan 2011 86,842 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

vehicle tested wet,front tyres worn edges.

Pass 2 Feb 2010 77,693 miles

Centre Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all brake discs slight surface rust

Pass 7 May 2009 77,295 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 74,914 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 68,467 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 68,467 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 May 2006 60,735 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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MXI 278 is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 91,286 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 MXI 278, 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 27 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MXI 278 registered?

MXI 278 is a 1999 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 17 November 1999.

Is MXI 278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXI 278 shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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