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HF02 NVS

2002 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

143,464 mi
Last recorded143,464 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 NVS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 143,464 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 139,817 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 139,508 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2024 139,508 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 135,927 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 135,927 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 132,474 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

coolant level low

tracking

Pass 9 Oct 2018 129,841 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes grease /material covered (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 128,844 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 128,843 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 124,910 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 118,412 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 118,356 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2014 110,237 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 110,237 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 101,600 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 101,600 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 93,205 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 84,539 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 75,503 miles

offside front, nearside rear and offside rear diff seals leaking.

Pass 7 Apr 2009 68,643 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 68,410 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 58,425 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 48,801 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 37,709 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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HF02 NVS is a 2002 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 HF02 NVS, 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 24 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 HF02 NVS registered?

HF02 NVS is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is HF02 NVS safe to buy?

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