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A8 JYG

1997 Audi S8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

151,343 mi
Last recorded151,343 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Audi S8119,055 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 JYG
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 151,343 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front discs surface rust

Fail 7 Apr 2011 151,343 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front discs surface rust

Fail 5 Sep 2009 147,644 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 147,644 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 144,462 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 142,753 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight play steering rack

Fail 4 Oct 2007 142,753 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight play steering rack

Pass 10 Feb 2006 139,718 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 139,718 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the Audi S8?

Based on 5,839 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,181
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155
constant velocity joint gaiter split 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 86
position lamp(s) not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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A8 JYG is a 1997 Audi S8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 119,055 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi S8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 JYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Audi S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 JYG registered?

A8 JYG is a 1997 Audi S8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A8 JYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 JYG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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