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E586 MEB

1988 Audi Coupe

White Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,712 mi
Last recorded163,712 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Audi Coupe128,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE586 MEB
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 163,712 miles

(Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside Front Lower (both lower arm bushes

Pass 12 Jun 2025 162,706 miles

(Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside Front Lower (both lower arm bushes

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside Front Lower (both lower arm bushes

Pass 19 Jun 2024 162,523 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (all brake pipes corroded)

Outer sill covered unable to fully inspect

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside Front Lower (both lower arm bushes)

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside Front Lower (both lower arm bushes)

Fail 22 May 2024 162,519 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak emissions not tested (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested n/s/f and o/s/f (4.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill / jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm mounting point inner wheel arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Adversely affected by the operation of main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing 1 of 4 (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm mounting point inner wheel arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill / jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All rubbers perishing

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering rack tight but not effecting operation

General corrosion underneath

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bottom corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Outer sill covered unable to fully inspect

Pass 5 Jul 2010 162,504 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 161,890 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 161,782 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 160,750 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 160,551 miles

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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E586 MEB is a 1988 Audi Coupe in White with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E586 MEB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E586 MEB registered?

E586 MEB is a 1988 Audi Coupe, first registered on 19 April 1988.

Is E586 MEB safe to buy?

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