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A8 JYJ

1996 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,646 mi
Last recorded177,646 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 Audi A8128,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 JYJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 177,646 miles

both front cv gaitors cracking

Pass 17 Feb 2018 176,100 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 174,492 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 173,168 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 171,264 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 169,269 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 167,210 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 165,368 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 163,323 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 161,487 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 159,617 miles

off side rack end worn

Pass 18 Jan 2008 156,384 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 151,510 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 151,509 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 137,650 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 JYJ is a 1996 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 128,033 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 JYJ, 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 30 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 JYJ registered?

A8 JYJ is a 1996 Audi A8, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is A8 JYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 JYJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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