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G688 GNV

1989 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,369 mi
Last recorded81,369 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Audi QUATTRO129,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG688 GNV
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 81,369 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 81,178 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 81,059 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 81,057 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 80,726 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 80,560 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 80,356 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 80,165 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 79,908 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 79,791 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 79,482 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 79,403 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 79,238 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 79,121 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 78,945 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 78,820 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 78,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 78,654 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 78,491 miles

Corrosion to front and rear sub frames as well as other suspension items. ( Surface rust )

Pass 21 Oct 2008 78,247 miles

n/s front tyre tread worn low on outer edge

o/s & n/s front to rear brake pipes corroded very close to unacceptable limit at rear

o/s headlamp reflector in poor condition & beam image weak

Pass 23 Oct 2007 78,018 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2007 78,018 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

small amount of play in near side front top suspension mount.

Pass 26 Oct 2006 77,843 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 77,417 miles

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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G688 GNV is a 1989 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G688 GNV, 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.

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What year was G688 GNV registered?

G688 GNV is a 1989 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 13 October 1989.

Is G688 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G688 GNV shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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