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K253 GAU

1992 Audi 80

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2010
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

162,060 mi
Last recorded162,060 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2009
Typical for 1992 Audi 80127,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK253 GAU
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2009 162,060 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 17 Sep 2009 162,060 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 20 Sep 2008 161,043 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 13 Sep 2008 161,043 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 3 Sep 2007 159,462 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 159,462 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Gaiters on track rod ends deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2006 157,742 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 157,742 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 153,106 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 153,106 miles

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

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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K253 GAU is a 1992 Audi 80 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 K253 GAU, 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 K253 GAU registered?

K253 GAU is a 1992 Audi 80, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K253 GAU safe to buy?

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