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AR04 CDU

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

246,114 mi
Last recorded246,114 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 CDU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2012 246,114 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 244,342 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning light on

engine management light on

Pass 6 Jul 2011 185,104 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 185,086 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

some play suspension

Pass 8 Jul 2010 137,751 miles

Front brake disc's are worn

Front wiper washers need adjustment

Front wipers smeary

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc's are worn

Pass 31 Jan 2009 103,863 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 41,779 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 38,228 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil on min mark

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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AR04 CDU is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc 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 AR04 CDU, 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 AR04 CDU registered?

AR04 CDU is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is AR04 CDU safe to buy?

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