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B493 RDX

1985 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

189,263 mi
Last recorded189,263 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2013
Typical for 1985 Audi QUATTRO114,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB493 RDX
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2013 189,263 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 179,428 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 174,676 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 174,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 163,415 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 9 Jan 2008 163,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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B493 RDX is a 1985 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B493 RDX, 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.

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What year was B493 RDX registered?

B493 RDX is a 1985 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 14 March 1985.

Is B493 RDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B493 RDX shows 6 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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