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B17 BDB

1998 Audi A8

Black Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,294 mi
Last recorded147,294 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2006
Typical for 1998 Audi A8121,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 BDB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2006 147,294 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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B17 BDB is a 1998 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 121,138 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 B17 BDB, 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 28 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B17 BDB registered?

B17 BDB is a 1998 Audi A8, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is B17 BDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B17 BDB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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