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M159 TDO

1994 Audi 80

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

182,936 mi
Last recorded182,936 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Audi 80132,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM159 TDO
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 182,936 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2025 182,936 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 182,738 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush leg bearing slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 182,693 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 182,517 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 182,090 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 181,770 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 181,689 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 179,854 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 177,808 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 176,085 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 174,593 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 173,482 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 171,908 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012
Pass 24 Aug 2011 168,452 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 167,397 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 164,657 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 157,172 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 149,721 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 141,743 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 135,599 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2005 135,575 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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M159 TDO is a 1994 Audi 80 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 M159 TDO, 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 M159 TDO registered?

M159 TDO is a 1994 Audi 80, first registered on 30 August 1994.

Is M159 TDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M159 TDO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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