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J1 MVT

2004 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

72,681 mi
Last recorded72,681 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 MVT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 72,681 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 71,769 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 69,841 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 68,964 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 68,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 67,116 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 65,265 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 62,848 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 60,188 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 14 Nov 2016 58,378 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 11 Nov 2016 58,376 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Oct 2015 55,712 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 53,375 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 49,993 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 44,634 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 44,634 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 40,192 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 36,461 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 30,137 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 23,533 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 18,503 miles

Nearside 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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J1 MVT is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J1 MVT, 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

How do I check the history of J1 MVT?

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What year was J1 MVT registered?

J1 MVT is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 17 November 2004.

Is J1 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 MVT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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