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F261 XNV

1989 Audi 80

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,894 mi
Last recorded77,894 miles
Recorded on18 May 2010
Typical for 1989 Audi 80130,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF261 XNV
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2010 77,894 miles

Engine slightly smoking.

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

N/s front headlamp beam pattern only just meets MOT requirements.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Signs of rear end damage & boot difficult to open.

o/s front tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Fail 15 May 2010 77,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine slightly smoking.

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

N/s front headlamp beam pattern only just meets MOT requirements.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Signs of rear end damage & boot difficult to open.

o/s front tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Pass 21 Apr 2009 77,775 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 77,681 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 77,522 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 77,303 miles

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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F261 XNV is a 1989 Audi 80 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 F261 XNV, 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

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What year was F261 XNV registered?

F261 XNV is a 1989 Audi 80, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F261 XNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F261 XNV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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