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P2 CSL

1997 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,378 mi
Last recorded33,378 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Audi Cabriolet94,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 CSL
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 33,378 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 33,256 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 33,026 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 33,026 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 32,276 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 31,427 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 31,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 30,915 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 30,803 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 30,178 miles

engine surging

Fail 16 Mar 2016 30,178 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

engine surging

Pass 20 Mar 2015 30,098 miles

nearside front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Pass 22 Mar 2014 29,778 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front tyre outer wall deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2013 29,642 miles

both front brake discs corroded

nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Fail 25 Feb 2013 29,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front brake discs corroded

nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 21 May 2011 29,376 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 28,837 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 28,394 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,810 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 27,031 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 26,498 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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P2 CSL is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 P2 CSL, 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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What year was P2 CSL registered?

P2 CSL is a 1997 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P2 CSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 CSL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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