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A8 VBT

1998 Audi A8

Red Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,961 mi
Last recorded117,961 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Audi A8121,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VBT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2011 117,961 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 110,901 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 108,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 11 Aug 2008 104,957 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 100,757 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 95,454 miles

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

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

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 VBT is a 1998 Audi A8 in Red with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 121,138 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 VBT, 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 28 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 VBT registered?

A8 VBT is a 1998 Audi A8, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is A8 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VBT shows 6 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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