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A17 JEJ

1985 Audi 80

Brown Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,864 mi
Last recorded39,864 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Audi 80116,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 JEJ
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1985
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 39,864 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 39,851 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 39,836 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 39,729 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 39,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2008 39,699 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 39,627 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 39,627 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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A17 JEJ is a 1985 Audi 80 in Brown with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 116,500 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 A17 JEJ, 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 41 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 A17 JEJ registered?

A17 JEJ is a 1985 Audi 80, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A17 JEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 JEJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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