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B12 LJG

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,280 mi
Last recorded126,280 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB12 LJG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 126,280 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 119,364 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush x2 (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 119,361 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush x2 (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 114,765 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 114,765 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 107,814 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 107,814 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 107,629 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 104,361 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 103,414 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 102,903 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 102,111 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 101,617 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 101,560 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 100,076 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 96,461 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 92,686 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 92,686 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 90,635 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 89,944 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 78,837 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 54,859 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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B12 LJG is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 B12 LJG, 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 B12 LJG registered?

B12 LJG is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 6 August 2004.

Is B12 LJG safe to buy?

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