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C979 FKH

1986 Audi QUATTRO

White Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,812 mi
Last recorded85,812 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 1986 Audi QUATTRO116,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC979 FKH
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 85,812 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 85,811 miles

Emissions not tested not running smooth cuts out all the time (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all tyres perished and cracking

Fail 31 Mar 2021 85,802 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn o/s and n/s bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 85,778 miles

BRAKE PEDAL RUBBER S/DET/SPLIT

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 85,761 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

BOTH FRONT TYRES BADLY CRACKING

BRAKE PEDAL RUBBER S/DET/SPLIT

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE BADLY CRACKING

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 80,790 miles

bottom hose needs new clip

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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C979 FKH is a 1986 Audi QUATTRO in White with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C979 FKH, 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.

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What year was C979 FKH registered?

C979 FKH is a 1986 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 13 March 1986.

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