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PWL 308W

1981 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2144cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,870 mi
Last recorded65,870 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 1981 Audi QUATTRO79,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWL 308W
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,144cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 65,870 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 65,352 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 65,352 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 65,131 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 64,776 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 62,434 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 62,432 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 61,081 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 61,078 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

How Reliable is the Audi QUATTRO?

Based on 20,748 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
919
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 471
position lamp(s) not working 471
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 444
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 416
Headlamp aim too low 389
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PWL 308W is a 1981 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,144cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,958 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 QUATTRO fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 471 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWL 308W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi QUATTRO typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 45 years old, this Audi QUATTRO is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PWL 308W registered?

PWL 308W is a 1981 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is PWL 308W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWL 308W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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