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F823 SDG

1989 Audi Coupe

Black Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

163,738 mi
Last recorded163,738 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2008
Typical for 1989 Audi Coupe136,125 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF823 SDG
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2008 163,738 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight noise from steering rack when steering rocked

Fail 18 Mar 2008 163,571 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight noise from steering rack when steering rocked

Pass 20 Mar 2007 153,793 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 141,272 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2005 141,271 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

both front brake pipes corroding

rear brake discs showing signs of wear

rear pads wearing low [inner]

slight blow from exhaust front pipe joint

slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

How Reliable is the Audi Coupe?

Based on 59,965 MOT tests across 7,751 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
3,118
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
7,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,923
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,867
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,381
fog lamp not working 2,039
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 1,709
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F823 SDG is a 1989 Audi Coupe in Black with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Audi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 136,125 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 Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F823 SDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Audi Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F823 SDG registered?

F823 SDG is a 1989 Audi Coupe, first registered on 26 January 1989.

Is F823 SDG safe to buy?

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