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R881 UKV

1998 Audi Convertible

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,960 mi
Last recorded88,960 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2007
Typical for 1998 Audi Convertible78,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR881 UKV
MakeAudi
ModelConvertible
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2007 88,960 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 88,960 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2006 78,110 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Convertible?

Based on 3,407 MOT tests across 238 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,623
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 79
Registration plate lamp not working 56
position lamp(s) not working 36
constant velocity joint gaiter split 31
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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R881 UKV is a 1998 Audi Convertible in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Audi Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 78,034 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 Convertible fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R881 UKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Audi Convertible is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R881 UKV registered?

R881 UKV is a 1998 Audi Convertible, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R881 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R881 UKV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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