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E597 ETW

1988 Audi Coupe

Silver Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

233,950 mi
Last recorded233,950 miles
Recorded on18 May 2007
Typical for 1988 Audi Coupe128,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE597 ETW
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2007 233,950 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 233,950 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

f/n/s track rod end slight play. †f/n/s bootom arm bush slight play.

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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E597 ETW is a 1988 Audi Coupe in Silver with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E597 ETW, 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

How do I check the history of E597 ETW?

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What year was E597 ETW registered?

E597 ETW is a 1988 Audi Coupe, first registered on 22 February 1988.

Is E597 ETW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E597 ETW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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