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AP53 NFV

2004 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,503 mi
Last recorded164,503 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 NFV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 164,503 miles

front brake disc's in poor condition

hand brake button damaged

Fail 17 Feb 2014 164,503 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

front brake disc's in poor condition

hand brake button damaged

Fail 27 Jan 2014 163,685 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake disc's and pads worn

handbrake button damaged

slight exhaust leak at n/s front flexy section

Pass 15 Aug 2012 140,911 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 120,097 miles

N/side front tyre wearing on inner edge,OK at time of test.

O/side and N/side rear brake discs are lipped,OK at time of test.

Oside and N/side front brake discs lipped,OK at time of test.

Pass 29 Dec 2009 91,530 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 86,652 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 65,237 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 48,578 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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AP53 NFV is a 2004 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AP53 NFV, 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 AP53 NFV registered?

AP53 NFV is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is AP53 NFV safe to buy?

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