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M489 TOA

1994 Audi 80

Blue Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

134,275 mi
Last recorded134,275 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Audi 80132,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM489 TOA
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 134,275 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 134,099 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 133,729 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 133,264 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 132,473 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 130,507 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 121,233 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 113,411 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 106,989 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2010 98,353 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 91,021 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 10 Dec 2009 90,938 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 82,667 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 76,796 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 74,447 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 74,379 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 71,213 miles

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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M489 TOA is a 1994 Audi 80 in Blue with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 M489 TOA, 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 M489 TOA registered?

M489 TOA is a 1994 Audi 80, first registered on 25 November 1994.

Is M489 TOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M489 TOA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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