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DIG 5045

1997 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

222,130 mi
Last recorded222,130 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 5045
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 222,130 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 221,939 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 219,397 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 212,351 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 206,005 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 199,394 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 190,861 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 186,057 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 181,163 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 177,244 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 173,715 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 173,715 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 170,207 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 166,121 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 166,121 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 161,489 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 159,059 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 159,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 155,769 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 150,252 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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DIG 5045 is a 1997 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 124,164 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 DIG 5045, 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 29 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DIG 5045 registered?

DIG 5045 is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is DIG 5045 safe to buy?

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