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H3 SXC

1997 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,898 mi
Last recorded107,898 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 SXC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2008 107,898 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 95,744 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2006 87,558 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 87,558 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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H3 SXC is a 1997 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H3 SXC, 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

How do I check the history of H3 SXC?

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What year was H3 SXC registered?

H3 SXC is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is H3 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H3 SXC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H3 SXC have outstanding finance?

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