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TEC 1Y

1990 Audi QUATTRO

Red Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

135,748 mi
Last recorded135,748 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Audi QUATTRO111,527 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEC 1Y
MakeAudi
ModelQUATTRO
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 135,748 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 134,706 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

de-cat pipes fitted to exhaust

Fail 8 Jul 2025 134,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

de-cat pipes fitted to exhaust

Pass 24 Jul 2024 133,860 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 132,948 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 132,515 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 131,535 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 130,505 miles

dif oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2019 130,111 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 129,263 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 128,899 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 128,264 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 127,941 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 126,961 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 126,174 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 125,493 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 124,863 miles

lift at n/s front suspension top bush

Pass 11 Jun 2010 123,659 miles

very slight oil leak at rear diff

Pass 10 Jun 2009 121,970 miles

drive shaft has worn thru exhaust at o/s rear

Fail 10 Jun 2009 121,970 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

drive shaft has worn thru exhaust at o/s rear

Pass 5 Jun 2008 120,279 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 118,699 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 118,699 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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TEC 1Y is a 1990 Audi QUATTRO in Red with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1990 Audi QUATTRO models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 111,527 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TEC 1Y, 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 36 years old, this Audi QUATTRO is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TEC 1Y?

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What year was TEC 1Y registered?

TEC 1Y is a 1990 Audi QUATTRO, first registered on 2 May 1990.

Is TEC 1Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEC 1Y shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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