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G173 ARV

1989 Audi Coupe

Black Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

172,969 mi
Last recorded172,969 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2006
Typical for 1989 Audi Coupe136,125 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG173 ARV
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2006 172,969 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 7 Jan 2006 172,959 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel pipes corroded

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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G173 ARV is a 1989 Audi Coupe in Black with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G173 ARV, 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 G173 ARV registered?

G173 ARV is a 1989 Audi Coupe, first registered on 7 September 1989.

Is G173 ARV safe to buy?

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