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W242 VLB

2000 Audi Cabriolet

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,798 mi
Last recorded61,798 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Audi Cabriolet85,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW242 VLB
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 61,798 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 61,424 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 61,019 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 60,760 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 60,553 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 60,181 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 60,181 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 59,794 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 59,567 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 59,309 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 58,238 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 56,644 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 55,561 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 53,229 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 50,763 miles

both front tyres slight age cracking

Fail 27 Jan 2010 50,693 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres slight age cracking

Pass 29 Jan 2009 47 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 29 Jan 2008 45,544 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 41,301 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 38,020 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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W242 VLB is a 2000 Audi Cabriolet in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 85,028 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 W242 VLB, 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 26 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 W242 VLB registered?

W242 VLB is a 2000 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W242 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W242 VLB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W242 VLB have outstanding finance?

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