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B740 TJT

1985 Audi QUATTRO

White Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,016 mi
Last recorded151,016 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Audi QUATTRO114,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB740 TJT
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 151,016 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 151,016 miles

Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 150,883 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 150,548 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 149,003 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 147,126 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 145,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 145,610 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 145,126 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 144,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 30 May 2009 144,004 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 143,542 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 143,470 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2005 143,238 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2005 143,238 miles

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

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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B740 TJT is a 1985 Audi QUATTRO in White with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B740 TJT, 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 B740 TJT registered?

B740 TJT is a 1985 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B740 TJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B740 TJT shows 15 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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