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R98 SWN

1998 Audi 80

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,035 mi
Last recorded47,035 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Audi 8094,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 SWN
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 47,035 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 45,150 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 43,505 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 40,392 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 40,392 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 37,720 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2006 37,720 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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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R98 SWN is a 1998 Audi 80 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R98 SWN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R98 SWN?

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What year was R98 SWN registered?

R98 SWN is a 1998 Audi 80, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R98 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 SWN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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