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F749 RYH

1988 Audi 200

Red Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

212,192 mi
Last recorded212,192 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Audi 200183,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF749 RYH
MakeAudi
Model200
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 212,192 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 211,977 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 211,722 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

fuel pipes beginning to corrode

Fail 2 Oct 2023 211,718 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

fuel pipes beginning to corrode

Fail 21 Jul 2023 211,697 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2022
Pass 15 Jul 2021 211,065 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both lower outer sills starting to corrode (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 211,065 miles

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 211,066 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

O/s front outer sill is excessively corroded but not with in a prescribed area

Parking brake effort has only just met the required minimum standard

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

long travel to the park brake lever

Fail 1 Aug 2019 211,065 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

O/s front outer sill is excessively corroded but not with in a prescribed area

Parking brake effort has only just met the required minimum standard

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

long travel to the park brake lever

Pass 9 May 2018 211,065 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2017 211,065 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 211,065 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 211,066 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 208,808 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 205,417 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 201,737 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 201,737 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 199,706 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 195,929 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 190,618 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 182,654 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 173,933 miles

How Reliable is the Audi 200?

Based on 1,253 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
914
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 80
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
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F749 RYH is a 1988 Audi 200 in Red with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1988 Audi 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 183,672 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F749 RYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Audi 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F749 RYH registered?

F749 RYH is a 1988 Audi 200, first registered on 13 October 1988.

Is F749 RYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F749 RYH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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