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L79 MEP

1993 Audi Coupe

Red Petrol 2595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,786 mi
Last recorded85,786 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 1993 Audi Coupe128,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL79 MEP
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 85,786 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 82,874 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 78,600 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 78,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 75,329 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 75,328 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 72,511 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 72,511 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 68,747 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 66,261 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 66,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 61,131 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 53,918 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 53,918 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 43,725 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 43,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Audi Coupe?

Based on 59,965 MOT tests across 7,751 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
3,118
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
7,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,923
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,867
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,381
fog lamp not working 2,039
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 1,709
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L79 MEP is a 1993 Audi Coupe in Red with a 2,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Audi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 128,105 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 Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L79 MEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 33 years old, this Audi Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L79 MEP?

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What year was L79 MEP registered?

L79 MEP is a 1993 Audi Coupe, first registered on 27 August 1993.

Is L79 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L79 MEP shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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