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E500 LYY

1988 Audi QUATTRO

Black Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

226,428 mi
Last recorded226,428 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2013
Typical for 1988 Audi QUATTRO119,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE500 LYY
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2013 226,428 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 226,428 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 226,310 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Slight movement in N/S top suspension mount

Pass 18 Jun 2010 140,393 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 140,359 miles

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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E500 LYY is a 1988 Audi QUATTRO in Black with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 E500 LYY, 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

How do I check the history of E500 LYY?

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What year was E500 LYY registered?

E500 LYY is a 1988 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E500 LYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E500 LYY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E500 LYY have outstanding finance?

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