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OBU 500R

1976 Audi 80

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

74,723 mi
Last recorded74,723 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2011
4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBU 500R
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2011 74,723 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 74,723 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 May 2010 74,825 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 74,787 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 74,787 miles

Front registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

How Reliable is the Audi 80?

Based on 246,995 MOT tests across 40,227 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
4,748
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
40,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,695
constant velocity joint gaiter split 14,642
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,529
Registration plate lamp not working 10,021
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 9,447
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OBU 500R is a 1976 Audi 80 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Audi 80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBU 500R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi 80 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 50 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OBU 500R?

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What year was OBU 500R registered?

OBU 500R is a 1976 Audi 80, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is OBU 500R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBU 500R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBU 500R have outstanding finance?

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