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WBH 42X

1981 Audi 80

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,088 mi
Last recorded34,088 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2011
Typical for 1981 Audi 8070,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBH 42X
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2011 34,088 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 34,086 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 34,083 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 34,064 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

O/S/front brake binding very slightly.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 34,061 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 34,059 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2008 34,052 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 34,049 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 34,046 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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WBH 42X is a 1981 Audi 80 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,498 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 WBH 42X, 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 45 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WBH 42X?

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What year was WBH 42X registered?

WBH 42X is a 1981 Audi 80, first registered on 28 August 1981.

Is WBH 42X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBH 42X shows 9 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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