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P944 FTT

1997 Audi 80

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

214,775 mi
Last recorded214,775 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Audi 8093,792 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP944 FTT
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 214,775 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 213,198 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 211,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 208,936 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 205,902 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 204,074 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 202,816 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2020 202,814 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 199,236 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 194,472 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 185,629 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 172,300 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 167,492 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 167,492 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 166,045 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 165,003 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 162,430 miles

Bulbs fitted to outside of front indicators to substitute for side repeaters.

Fail 6 Mar 2012 162,423 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 161,108 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 156,849 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 156,849 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 155,878 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 155,878 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 155,026 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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P944 FTT is a 1997 Audi 80 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P944 FTT, 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

How do I check the history of P944 FTT?

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What year was P944 FTT registered?

P944 FTT is a 1997 Audi 80, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P944 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P944 FTT shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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