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A13 DTD

1988 Audi Coupe

Red Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,036 mi
Last recorded159,036 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 1988 Audi Coupe128,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 DTD
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 159,036 miles

due to age holes could be made(to the underside) using excessive force

Pass 28 Oct 2013 155,883 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion discs front and rear

Pass 5 Jun 2010 156,221 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 19 May 2010 156,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 May 2009 155,127 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 155,071 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 154,659 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 153,654 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 152,056 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

fuel pipes corroded

How Reliable is the Audi Coupe?

Based on 59,965 MOT tests across 7,751 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
3,118
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
7,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,923
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,867
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,381
fog lamp not working 2,039
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 1,709
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A13 DTD is a 1988 Audi Coupe in Red with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Audi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 128,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 DTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Audi Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A13 DTD registered?

A13 DTD is a 1988 Audi Coupe, first registered on 26 January 1988.

Is A13 DTD safe to buy?

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