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R549 SCF

1998 Audi 80

Green Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,604 mi
Last recorded67,604 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Audi 8094,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR549 SCF
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 67,604 miles

all 4 brakes pulsing slightly due to build up of corrosion on discs

front tyres beginning to perrish

parts of exhaust in poor condition

slight corrosion on brake hose ends

slight panel damage to off side door

slight wear on near side front strut top mount

Fail 19 Feb 2016 67,604 miles

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

all 4 brakes pulsing slightly due to build up of corrosion on discs

battery condition poor

front tyres beginning to perrish

slight corrosion on brake hose ends

slight panel damage to off side door

Pass 23 Jan 2015 66,590 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Jan 2015 66,590 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 63,665 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 63,665 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 60,642 miles

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

all tyres starting to crack in tread and on side walls

both front suspension arm bushes have slight play

front and rear brake discs worn/rusted

Pass 19 Jun 2010 48,343 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 38,362 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 33,429 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 29,586 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 29,586 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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R549 SCF is a 1998 Audi 80 in Green with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 94,533 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 R549 SCF, 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 28 years old, this Audi 80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R549 SCF registered?

R549 SCF is a 1998 Audi 80, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R549 SCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R549 SCF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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