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F126 YEJ

1989 Audi Coupe

Red Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

154,099 mi
Last recorded154,099 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1989 Audi Coupe136,125 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF126 YEJ
MakeAudi
ModelCoupe
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 154,099 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 151,075 miles

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

engine oil leaks

Fail 3 Feb 2010 151,075 miles

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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

engine oil leaks

Fail 13 Jan 2009 150,803 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 150,803 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 149,252 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 146,123 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 146,122 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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F126 YEJ is a 1989 Audi Coupe in Red with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Audi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 136,125 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 F126 YEJ, 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 37 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 F126 YEJ registered?

F126 YEJ is a 1989 Audi Coupe, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F126 YEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F126 YEJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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