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A8 XAK

1995 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

171,464 mi
Last recorded171,464 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2009
Typical for 1995 Audi A8134,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XAK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2009 171,464 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2008 162,683 miles

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

airbag light on

Pass 10 Mar 2008 157,643 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2008 157,633 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 147,679 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 147,679 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Oct 2006 143,502 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 138,806 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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 XAK is a 1995 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1995 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 134,662 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 XAK, 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 31 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 XAK registered?

A8 XAK is a 1995 Audi A8, first registered on 25 August 1995.

Is A8 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XAK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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