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MBZ 2656

1988 Audi 80

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

189,223 mi
Last recorded189,223 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2007
Typical for 1988 Audi 80125,939 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 2656
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2007 189,223 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 189,223 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2007 189,139 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 185,715 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 18 Apr 2006 185,715 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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MBZ 2656 is a 1988 Audi 80 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1988 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 125,939 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 MBZ 2656, 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 38 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 MBZ 2656 registered?

MBZ 2656 is a 1988 Audi 80, first registered on 9 February 1988.

Is MBZ 2656 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 2656 shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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