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AD04 FWH

2004 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

123,664 mi
Last recorded123,664 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 FWH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 123,664 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 123,580 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2018 123,577 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 113,851 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all three rear seats ()

Oil leak ()

engine rattleing

Fail 16 Dec 2016 113,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all three rear seats ()

Oil leak ()

engine rattleing

Pass 8 Feb 2016 108,131 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 105,131 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 91,749 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 91,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 11 Feb 2013 88,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 88,328 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 86,418 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 82,526 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 75,262 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 69,037 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 63,363 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 63,363 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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 23 Feb 2007 50,621 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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AD04 FWH is a 2004 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AD04 FWH, 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 AD04 FWH registered?

AD04 FWH is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is AD04 FWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 FWH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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