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GJ04 ZTY

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

195,874 mi
Last recorded195,874 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 ZTY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 195,874 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 185,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 180,053 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 175,347 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 163,388 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 153,344 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 153,344 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 143,725 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front badly worn on inside edge

Fail 10 Nov 2015 143,695 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front badly worn on inside edge

Pass 13 Nov 2014 135,376 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 135,373 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 123,659 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 123,659 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 114,226 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 100,189 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 87,760 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 72,761 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 60,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 44,186 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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GJ04 ZTY is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ04 ZTY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ04 ZTY registered?

GJ04 ZTY is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 19 March 2004.

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