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F216 GSU

1989 Audi 80

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

164,758 mi
Last recorded164,758 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2007
Typical for 1989 Audi 80130,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF216 GSU
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2007 164,758 miles

front no plate cracked but secure

Fail 26 Feb 2007 164,756 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

BOTH FRONT TOP STRUT TOP MOUNTINGS HAVE SLIGHT LIFT

NOISE AT RIGHT REAR BRAKE

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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F216 GSU is a 1989 Audi 80 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 130,763 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 80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F216 GSU, 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 37 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F216 GSU?

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What year was F216 GSU registered?

F216 GSU is a 1989 Audi 80, first registered on 7 February 1989.

Is F216 GSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F216 GSU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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