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DEZ 1091

2003 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

173,597 mi
Last recorded173,597 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEZ 1091
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 173,597 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 170,512 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 166,227 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 160,425 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 157,276 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 150,920 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 143,458 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 137,016 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 129,123 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 122,712 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 98,729 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 93,279 miles

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

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

O/S REAR TYRE HAS A SLOW PUNCTURE FROM A NAIL IN THE TREAD. PRESENTER AWARE..

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 16 Oct 2007 79,089 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 79,089 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 48,780 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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DEZ 1091 is a 2003 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 DEZ 1091, 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 23 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 DEZ 1091 registered?

DEZ 1091 is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DEZ 1091 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEZ 1091 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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