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G981 CDD

1990 Audi QUATTRO

Blue Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

133,632 mi
Last recorded133,632 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Audi QUATTRO111,527 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG981 CDD
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 133,632 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 133,631 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 214,538 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 133,152 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 132,795 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 213,201 miles

Both front tyres slightly cracked & perished

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 213,201 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both front tyres slightly cracked & perished

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 132,421 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 211,924 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 128,708 miles

nearside rear tyre has 2 small cuts on the inner sidewall

Fail 1 Jul 2010 128,675 miles

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 128,552 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 127,769 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 127,768 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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G981 CDD is a 1990 Audi QUATTRO in Blue with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 111,527 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 QUATTRO fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 471 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G981 CDD, 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 36 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 G981 CDD registered?

G981 CDD is a 1990 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 19 April 1990.

Is G981 CDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G981 CDD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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