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A8 OTK

1997 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

70,662 mi
Last recorded70,662 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 OTK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 70,662 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 67,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 61,648 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 61,648 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 55,215 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2017 55,207 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 54,197 miles

Both front discs worn and pitted

Fail 2 Jun 2014 51,568 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 51,568 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 44,165 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 38,375 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 37,701 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 35,104 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 32,908 miles

airbag warning light was on

Pass 29 May 2008 31,074 miles

rotationial tyre fitted incorrectly to near side front wheel

Pass 22 May 2007 27,794 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 27,783 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 25,132 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 25,125 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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 OTK is a 1997 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 OTK, 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 OTK registered?

A8 OTK is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is A8 OTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 OTK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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