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A8 VTD

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,750 mi
Last recorded177,750 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VTD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 177,750 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 177,744 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 159,951 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 159,951 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 137,419 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front suspension arm bushes worn

Pass 15 Mar 2010 121,487 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 106,661 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 87,723 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 VTD is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 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 VTD, 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 22 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 VTD registered?

A8 VTD is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is A8 VTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VTD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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