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M161 JEC

1971 Audi 80

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

185,421 mi
Last recorded185,421 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 1971 Audi 80156,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM161 JEC
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2009 185,421 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 175,118 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 160,288 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 150,340 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 150,340 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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M161 JEC is a 1971 Audi 80 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 156,079 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 M161 JEC, 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 55 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M161 JEC?

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What year was M161 JEC registered?

M161 JEC is a 1971 Audi 80, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is M161 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M161 JEC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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