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T551 LYB

1999 Audi 80

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

97,072 mi
Last recorded97,072 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Audi 8083,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT551 LYB
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 97,072 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 96,654 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Outer cv boot deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 96,558 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 96,253 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 96,112 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 95,996 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 95,994 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe clamp area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 95,808 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively minor brake bind (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 95,808 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link gaiter split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively minor brake bind (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 95,008 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 94,937 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 94,782 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 94,545 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 94,223 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 93,778 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 93,576 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 90,813 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 90,813 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 83,253 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 83,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 78,691 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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T551 LYB is a 1999 Audi 80 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1999 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 83,180 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 T551 LYB, 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 27 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 T551 LYB?

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What year was T551 LYB registered?

T551 LYB is a 1999 Audi 80, first registered on 2 July 1999.

Is T551 LYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T551 LYB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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