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VE61 OJS

2012 Audi Cabriolet

Grey Diesel 1698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,754 mi
Last recorded166,754 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi Cabriolet71,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 OJS
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 166,754 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 157,230 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 151,573 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 148,738 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 144,379 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 144,372 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 127,576 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 127,576 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 111,551 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Dec 2019 111,549 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam inoperative after a period of time (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam inoperative after a period of time (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 96,220 miles

Coolant level below min in header tank (topped up during mot) further investigation may be required - advise monitor level

Engine oil level shown as on minimum level & service req'd message on display at time of test

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads worn slightly thin both sides of axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread De-laminated (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 76,388 miles

Coolant level below min in header tank (topped up) further investigation may be required advise monitor level

Engine covers fitted obscuring some items in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

majority of underside is covered with under-trays obscuring some items from inspection

Fail 1 Nov 2017 76,388 miles

Coolant level below min in header tank (topped up) further investigation may be required advise monitor level

Engine covers fitted obscuring some items in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working festoon bulb (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

majority of underside is covered with under-trays obscuring some items from inspection

Pass 24 Nov 2016 63,445 miles

brake pipes above under trays

emissions to low to read

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 44,659 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 31,896 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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VE61 OJS is a 2012 Audi Cabriolet in Grey with a 1,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 71,800 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 VE61 OJS, 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 14 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VE61 OJS registered?

VE61 OJS is a 2012 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is VE61 OJS safe to buy?

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