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A199 PDE

1983 Audi 80

Green Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,201 mi
Last recorded44,201 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 Audi 80114,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA199 PDE
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 44,201 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 44,154 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 43,384 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 43,383 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 42,747 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 42,080 miles

Some corrosion evident at o/s/r mounting point of panhard rod.

Fail 3 Jul 2008 42,080 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Some corrosion evident at o/s/r mounting point of panhard rod.

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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A199 PDE is a 1983 Audi 80 in Green with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 114,640 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 80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A199 PDE, 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 43 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 A199 PDE registered?

A199 PDE is a 1983 Audi 80, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A199 PDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A199 PDE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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