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L253 RHL

1994 Audi 80

Green Electric 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

185,079 mi
Last recorded185,079 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1994 Audi 80132,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL253 RHL
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 185,079 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

fuel pipes in poor condition

Fail 20 Sep 2012 185,079 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

fuel pipes in poor condition

Pass 17 Oct 2007 179,668 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 179,668 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 173,706 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 173,706 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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L253 RHL is a 1994 Audi 80 in Green with a 1,896cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 L253 RHL, 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 L253 RHL registered?

L253 RHL is a 1994 Audi 80, first registered on 3 June 1994.

Is L253 RHL safe to buy?

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