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A143 FPE

1984 Audi 80

Red Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,730 mi
Last recorded123,730 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1984 Audi 80115,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA143 FPE
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 123,730 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 123,730 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 123,704 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 123,563 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 123,563 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 117,805 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 117,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 117,652 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 117,329 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both fronts (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 117,193 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 116,962 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 116,828 miles

How Reliable is the Audi 80?

Based on 246,995 MOT tests across 40,227 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
4,748
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
40,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,695
constant velocity joint gaiter split 14,642
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,529
Registration plate lamp not working 10,021
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 9,447
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A143 FPE is a 1984 Audi 80 in Red with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 115,478 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi 80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A143 FPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 42 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A143 FPE registered?

A143 FPE is a 1984 Audi 80, first registered on 22 February 1984.

Is A143 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A143 FPE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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