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P731 CFC

1997 Audi 80

Green Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,105 mi
Last recorded119,105 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Audi 8093,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP731 CFC
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 119,105 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 115,783 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 111,612 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

we advise it is replaced a.s.a.p

Pass 8 Apr 2014 111,509 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 109,442 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 109,442 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 106,681 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 102,955 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 99,801 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 96,380 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2009 96,380 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2008 92,243 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 92,243 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 87,592 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 87,592 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 May 2006 83,243 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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P731 CFC is a 1997 Audi 80 in Green with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 93,792 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 P731 CFC, 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 29 years old, this Audi 80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P731 CFC registered?

P731 CFC is a 1997 Audi 80, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P731 CFC safe to buy?

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