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S716 APJ

1998 Audi 80

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,862 mi
Last recorded59,862 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Audi 8094,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS716 APJ
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 59,862 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 59,607 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 59,607 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing catches (5.1.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 57,817 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint BOTH FRONT (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2014 53,616 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 52,753 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 50,526 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 48,593 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 46,563 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 44,371 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 42,018 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 42,018 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 39,688 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 37,574 miles

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

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

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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S716 APJ is a 1998 Audi 80 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S716 APJ, 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

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What year was S716 APJ registered?

S716 APJ is a 1998 Audi 80, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S716 APJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S716 APJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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