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D197 BGU

1987 Audi Coupe

Green Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

19,457 mi
Last recorded19,457 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2005
Typical for 1987 Audi Coupe123,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD197 BGU
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2005 19,457 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

handbrake cable touching exhaust pipe

temporary fuel cap fitted

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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D197 BGU is a 1987 Audi Coupe in Green with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1987 Audi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 123,739 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 Coupe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,923 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D197 BGU, 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 39 years old, this Audi Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D197 BGU?

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What year was D197 BGU registered?

D197 BGU is a 1987 Audi Coupe, first registered on 12 June 1987.

Is D197 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D197 BGU shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D197 BGU have outstanding finance?

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