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VTW 30W

1981 Audi 80

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

851,667 mi
Last recorded851,667 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 1981 Audi 8070,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTW 30W
MakeAudi
Model80
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 851,667 miles

Nearside Front side wall perished

Nearside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front side wall perished

oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2015 85,166 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

oil leak

Nearside Front side wall perished

Nearside obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front side wall perished

Pass 8 Nov 2014 83,866 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 80,936 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 74,212 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 68,546 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Fail 29 Dec 2008 68,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 68,007 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 67,689 miles

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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VTW 30W is a 1981 Audi 80 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Audi 80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,498 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VTW 30W, 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 45 years old, this Audi 80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VTW 30W registered?

VTW 30W is a 1981 Audi 80, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is VTW 30W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTW 30W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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