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H1 ABG

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

99,509 mi
Last recorded99,509 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 ABG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 99,509 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 97,754 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 96,318 miles

Brake pad warning light on, pads visably look good

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 90,200 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 86,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 83,621 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 78,149 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 76,392 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 66,526 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 58,311 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 55,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi pipe (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi pipe (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

front wheel bearings starting to feel rough when spun, not excessive

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 2 Nov 2015 55,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi pipe (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi pipe (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

front wheel bearings starting to feel rough when spun, not excessive

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 6 Nov 2014 52,007 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 52,007 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 48,034 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 43,652 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 43,652 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 41,642 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 39,378 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 35,449 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 35,446 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 30,996 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,049 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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H1 ABG is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 H1 ABG, 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 H1 ABG registered?

H1 ABG is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is H1 ABG safe to buy?

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