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L176 TEG

1994 Audi 80

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

170,699 mi
Last recorded170,699 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Audi 80132,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL176 TEG
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 170,699 miles

Both side front top mount play

Exhuast system in poor condition

Front Oil leak but not excessive

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy both side (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (heavy corroded) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side(corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 170,365 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 166,520 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 165,172 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 163,732 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 161,152 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 158,080 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 154,839 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 151,562 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 149,228 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 144,087 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 138,863 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 133,531 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 127,826 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 121,956 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 121,956 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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L176 TEG is a 1994 Audi 80 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1994 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 132,494 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L176 TEG, 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 32 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 L176 TEG registered?

L176 TEG is a 1994 Audi 80, first registered on 20 April 1994.

Is L176 TEG safe to buy?

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