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A8 GYT

1997 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,046 mi
Last recorded155,046 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 GYT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2014 155,046 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust slightly insecure

ming mirror slightly insecure

Pass 6 Jun 2013 145,871 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Inner Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 139,517 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 139,517 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 139,447 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 127,205 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 124,885 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 124,885 miles

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 123,338 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 118,192 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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A8 GYT is a 1997 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A8 GYT, 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 A8 GYT registered?

A8 GYT is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A8 GYT safe to buy?

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