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260D387

1997 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

200,989 mi
Last recorded200,989 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration260D387
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2008 200,989 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 183,920 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 163,147 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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260D387 is a 1997 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 124,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 260D387, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 260D387 registered?

260D387 is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is 260D387 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 260D387 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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