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J438 LDX

1992 Audi 80

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

208,450 mi
Last recorded208,450 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 1992 Audi 80127,677 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ438 LDX
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2008 208,450 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Dec 2008 208,447 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 203,247 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2007 203,347 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2006 198,135 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 198,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

rear brake hose ferrels slightly rusted.

Pass 16 Dec 2005 192,489 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 192,487 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

How Reliable is the Audi 80?

Based on 246,995 MOT tests across 40,227 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
4,748
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
40,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,695
constant velocity joint gaiter split 14,642
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,529
Registration plate lamp not working 10,021
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 9,447
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J438 LDX is a 1992 Audi 80 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 127,677 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 80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J438 LDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 34 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J438 LDX registered?

J438 LDX is a 1992 Audi 80, first registered on 10 January 1992.

Is J438 LDX safe to buy?

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