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AB53 HAZ

2004 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

176,103 mi
Last recorded176,103 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB53 HAZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 176,103 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 175,461 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 164,076 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 May 2017 154,637 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 143,089 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 128,866 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 111,038 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has splits in side wall but not down to cords or ply

Fail 2 May 2014 111,038 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has splits in side wall but not down to cords or ply

Pass 29 May 2013 103,867 miles

front brake discs worn (lipped)

Fail 28 May 2013 103,867 miles

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

front brake discs worn (lipped)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 92,801 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 84,287 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 81,899 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 76,783 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 60,077 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 45,112 miles

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

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

offside and nearside front tyres cut in sidewall

Pass 5 Mar 2007 16,520 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 14,547 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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AB53 HAZ is a 2004 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AB53 HAZ, 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.

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What year was AB53 HAZ registered?

AB53 HAZ is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 13 February 2004.

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