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G273 GRP

1989 Audi QUATTRO

Silver Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,298 mi
Last recorded76,298 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Audi QUATTRO129,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG273 GRP
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 76,298 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 76,225 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 76,046 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 75,569 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 74,689 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 74,438 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 74,008 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 73,685 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 72,675 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 71,793 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 70,648 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 70,648 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2008 70,248 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Jan 2008 70,243 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Audi QUATTRO?

Based on 20,748 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 471
position lamp(s) not working 471
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 444
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 416
Headlamp aim too low 389
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G273 GRP is a 1989 Audi QUATTRO in Silver with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 129,631 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi QUATTRO fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 471 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G273 GRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi QUATTRO typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Audi QUATTRO is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G273 GRP registered?

G273 GRP is a 1989 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 27 October 1989.

Is G273 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G273 GRP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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