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KO04 DHL

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,283 mi
Last recorded142,283 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO04 DHL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 142,283 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 133,897 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 127,523 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 118,293 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 118,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2017 112,298 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 26 Sep 2017 112,298 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Sep 2016 97,986 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 79,748 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 16 Jul 2014 55,936 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 55,936 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 52,357 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 48,611 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 447,726 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 44,726 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 22 Jul 2010 37,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 37,839 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 32,717 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 28,193 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 20,241 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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KO04 DHL is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 KO04 DHL, 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 KO04 DHL registered?

KO04 DHL is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 23 August 2004.

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