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AJF 172A

1983 Audi QUATTRO

Black Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,604 mi
Last recorded98,604 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Audi QUATTRO101,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJF 172A
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2007 98,604 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front spot lamp not working

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 97,557 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Aug 2006 97,557 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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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AJF 172A is a 1983 Audi QUATTRO in Black with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 101,286 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 AJF 172A, 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 43 years old, this Audi QUATTRO is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJF 172A?

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What year was AJF 172A registered?

AJF 172A is a 1983 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 15 April 1983.

Is AJF 172A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJF 172A shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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