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A279 DJM

1984 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,603 mi
Last recorded135,603 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 1984 Audi QUATTRO108,319 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA279 DJM
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 135,603 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 135,597 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 134,460 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 130,778 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 129,673 miles

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 129,673 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 128,109 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 128,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 125,658 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 124,139 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 124,105 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

front fog light tell tail not working

Pass 1 Feb 2006 120,741 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

visual indicator tell tale inoperative

How Reliable is the Audi QUATTRO?

Based on 20,748 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 471
position lamp(s) not working 471
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 444
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 416
Headlamp aim too low 389
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A279 DJM is a 1984 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 108,319 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 QUATTRO fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 471 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A279 DJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi QUATTRO typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Audi QUATTRO is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A279 DJM registered?

A279 DJM is a 1984 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 19 June 1984.

Is A279 DJM safe to buy?

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