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GY04 ERV

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,273 mi
Last recorded138,273 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY04 ERV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 138,273 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

eml light on

Pass 20 Mar 2025 125,644 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 123,994 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 118,051 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 118,051 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 116,549 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 113,573 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 110,548 miles

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated [cracked]

Pass 26 Mar 2013 106,059 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 103,221 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 97,255 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 79,994 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

nail in spare tyre and been run flat

Pass 1 Dec 2008 58,548 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 38,556 miles

o/s/r & n/s/r tyres worn slightly on inner edges

Pass 2 Mar 2007 33,192 miles

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

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

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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GY04 ERV is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GY04 ERV, 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 GY04 ERV registered?

GY04 ERV is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is GY04 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY04 ERV 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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