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C742 FAX

1985 Audi 80

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,116 mi
Last recorded47,116 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 1985 Audi 80116,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC742 FAX
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 47,116 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 46,601 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s track rod end nut fitted upside down

Pass 4 Sep 2007 46,601 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 46,205 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 46,205 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s outer sill corroded.

Pass 5 Aug 2005 45,027 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 45,027 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

both rear brake backing plates corroded

How Reliable is the Audi 80?

Based on 246,995 MOT tests across 40,227 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
4,748
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
40,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,695
constant velocity joint gaiter split 14,642
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,529
Registration plate lamp not working 10,021
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 9,447
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C742 FAX is a 1985 Audi 80 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 116,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi 80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C742 FAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 41 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C742 FAX registered?

C742 FAX is a 1985 Audi 80, first registered on 28 August 1985.

Is C742 FAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C742 FAX shows 7 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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