What year Audi 80 S is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1988 Audi 80 S has the highest pass rate at 100.0%, out of 2,638 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Audi 80 S MOT failures?

The most common Audi 80 S MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Audi 80 S — Reliability by Year

8,307 vehicles · MOT data 1987–1991 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Audi 80 S was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1988

100.0% pass rate · 2,638 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1989

40.0% pass rate · 2,064 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1991	—	—	186
1990	—	—	440
1989	40.0%	112,004 mi	2,064
1988	100.0%	22,042 mi	2,638
1987	—	—	2,979

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