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W265 PCD

2000 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,403 mi
Last recorded97,403 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 2000 Audi Cabriolet85,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW265 PCD
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 97,403 miles

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

near side front brake disc showing signs of distortion

Fail 26 Jun 2012 97,403 miles

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

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

near side front brake disc showing signs of distortion

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 29 Jun 2011 93,242 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 93,242 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

advise centre stop lamp 2x bulbs not working

advise o/s/f tyre slightly worn on edges

advise under tray hanging off

Pass 8 Jun 2010 87,689 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 87,689 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 81,266 miles

n/s front shock absorber leaking slightly.

Pass 19 May 2008 74,894 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Both front wishbone inner bushes are soft.

Front subframe rear mounting bushes are worn.

Nearside front suspension strut is leaking.

Offside rear tyre is wearing low on tread.

Pass 8 May 2007 69,190 miles

off side front brake hose cracked near to limit.(upper hose)

off side rear tyre tread and side wall cracking

Pass 9 May 2006 61,215 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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W265 PCD is a 2000 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 W265 PCD, 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 W265 PCD registered?

W265 PCD is a 2000 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 17 May 2000.

Is W265 PCD safe to buy?

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