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HG04 YRY

2004 Audi A8

Green Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

53,720 mi
Last recorded53,720 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 YRY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 53,720 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 52,523 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 50,360 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 46,648 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 42,412 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake pad close to wear sensor

Offside Front Inner brake pad close to wear sensor

Pass 13 Nov 2020 41,079 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 41,709 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 40,961 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged misted - still provides view (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 40,166 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 39,917 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 39,238 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 38,108 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system illuminated indicating a fault

Pass 9 May 2014 37,772 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 37,601 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 37,382 miles

osf tyre perishing

Pass 2 Jun 2011 36,049 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 32,774 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front wipers starting to smear

suspension warning light on

Pass 12 Feb 2009 32,760 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 31,149 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 28,169 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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HG04 YRY is a 2004 Audi A8 in Green with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HG04 YRY, 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 HG04 YRY registered?

HG04 YRY is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 15 June 2004.

Is HG04 YRY safe to buy?

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