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C543 XCJ

1986 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

105,053 mi
Last recorded105,053 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Audi QUATTRO116,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC543 XCJ
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 105,053 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 105,041 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 105,028 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 104,970 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 104,958 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 104,931 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 104,880 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 104,789 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 104,163 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 103,438 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 103,438 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 103,304 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 102,725 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 96,437 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 95,611 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 94,772 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 92,338 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 92,305 miles

advise rear ferrules some rust

Fail 6 Aug 2008 92,305 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise rear ferrules some rust

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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C543 XCJ is a 1986 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1986 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 116,251 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 C543 XCJ, 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 40 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 C543 XCJ?

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What year was C543 XCJ registered?

C543 XCJ is a 1986 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 7 March 1986.

Is C543 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C543 XCJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C543 XCJ have outstanding finance?

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