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B18 GSG

2004 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

146,644 mi
Last recorded146,644 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 GSG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 146,644 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 143,106 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 143,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 132,047 miles

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

Nearside number plate light slightly dim

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 127,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f craking and deteriaing

o/s/f tyre craking and deteriaing

Pass 10 Nov 2012 111,607 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Pass 12 Nov 2011 156,211 miles

Covers fitted to vehicle.

Engine light on dashboard.

Front,rear brake pads low,discs lipped advise wheels removed brake inspection.

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

Suspension bushes cracking in general.

Pass 2 Dec 2010 81,842 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 66,107 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 36,455 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

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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B18 GSG is a 2004 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B18 GSG, 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 B18 GSG registered?

B18 GSG is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is B18 GSG safe to buy?

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