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B218 TFD

1985 Audi QUATTRO

Black Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,286 mi
Last recorded143,286 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 1985 Audi QUATTRO114,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB218 TFD
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 143,286 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 143,286 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 143,092 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 142,397 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 142,039 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Sep 2012 141,215 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 141,215 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 140,196 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 139,744 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 138,915 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 138,738 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 131,807 miles

n/s and o/s/r shock absorber dust covers split

Fail 22 Sep 2006 131,807 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

n/s and o/s/r shock absorber dust covers split

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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B218 TFD is a 1985 Audi QUATTRO in Black with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 114,096 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 B218 TFD, 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 41 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 B218 TFD registered?

B218 TFD is a 1985 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 24 April 1985.

Is B218 TFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B218 TFD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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