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F999 XEL

1989 Audi 200

Blue Petrol 2226cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,409 mi
Last recorded138,409 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 1989 Audi 200130,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF999 XEL
MakeAudi
Model200
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,226cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 138,409 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 138,310 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 138,102 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 138,006 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 138,006 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

nsf coil spring corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2013 138,006 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system corroded

nsf coil spring corroded

osf coiol spring corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2012 137,543 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 137,540 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nsr disc backing plate excessively corroded

nsr disc corroded

osr disc backing plate excessively corroded

osr disc corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2011 136,705 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2011 136,705 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 136,319 miles

Exhaust hangers poor condition

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2005 113,389 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 113,389 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

all tyre treads cracking

How Reliable is the Audi 200?

Based on 1,253 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
914
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 80
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
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F999 XEL is a 1989 Audi 200 in Blue with a 2,226cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Audi 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 130,857 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 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F999 XEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Audi 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F999 XEL registered?

F999 XEL is a 1989 Audi 200, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F999 XEL safe to buy?

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