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E444 LST

1988 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,416 mi
Last recorded112,416 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Audi QUATTRO119,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE444 LST
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 112,416 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 112,362 miles

Both front tyres starting to crack and perish

Nearside front shock absorber has slight movement either the insert or top mount

Fail 28 Jan 2021 112,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Both front tyres starting to crack and perish

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside front shock absorber has slight movement either the insert or top mount

Pass 3 May 2019 112,272 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 112,214 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 112,214 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 112,048 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 112,048 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 111,762 miles

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

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

Rear axle bushes slightly worn

Slight play in nearside front top suspension mount

Under body corroded in areas

Pass 3 Oct 2012 177,547 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION BUSHES STARTING TO CRACK AND PERISH BUT NOT RESULTING IN ANY MOVEMENT

SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS SLIGHTLY CORROADED IN AREAS

Fail 26 Sep 2012 177,547 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION BUSHES STARTING TO CRACK AND PERISH BUT NOT RESULTING IN ANY MOVEMENT

SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS SLIGHTLY CORROADED IN AREAS

Pass 26 Sep 2011 107,440 miles

ALL SUSPENSION SPRINGS SLIGHTLY CORROADED IN AREAS

O/S & N/S FRONT SUSPENSION TOP MOUNTS HAVE SLIGHT MOVEMENT AT UPPER ATTACHMENT

REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND PITTED

Pass 27 Sep 2010 102,743 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 24 Sep 2009 100,923 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 100,923 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 100,827 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 162,175 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 162,100 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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E444 LST is a 1988 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 119,912 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 E444 LST, 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 38 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 E444 LST registered?

E444 LST is a 1988 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 18 March 1988.

Is E444 LST safe to buy?

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