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F425 SRW

1989 Audi 80

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,147 mi
Last recorded42,147 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Audi 80130,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF425 SRW
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 42,147 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 38,221 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 35,336 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 31,737 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 31,737 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 27,220 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 25,508 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 25,508 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 24,461 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 23,610 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 22,716 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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F425 SRW is a 1989 Audi 80 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 F425 SRW, 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 F425 SRW?

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What year was F425 SRW registered?

F425 SRW is a 1989 Audi 80, first registered on 3 February 1989.

Is F425 SRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F425 SRW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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