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ADE 70A

1983 Audi 80

Red Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,099 mi
Last recorded137,099 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 1983 Audi 80114,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADE 70A
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 137,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

boot floor corroded

both front tyres slight worn on edges

Pass 23 Oct 2017 135,192 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

boot floor corroded

Fail 23 Oct 2017 135,192 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

boot floor corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2016 133,231 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 152,051 miles

slight bind on n/s/r brake

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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ADE 70A is a 1983 Audi 80 in Red with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 ADE 70A, 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 ADE 70A registered?

ADE 70A is a 1983 Audi 80, first registered on 16 November 1983.

Is ADE 70A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADE 70A shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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