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KS53 PVZ

2004 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,964 mi
Last recorded149,964 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 PVZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 149,964 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 149,964 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 146,660 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 146,543 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Engine management light on

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 142,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2012 139,121 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 132,410 miles

engine undertray fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2010 113,147 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 73,567 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 46,332 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 35,947 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

plastic covers fitted underneath vehicle, reducing visual area.

Pass 5 Jan 2007 35,947 miles

plastic covers fitted underneath vehicle, reducing visual area.

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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KS53 PVZ is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KS53 PVZ, 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 KS53 PVZ?

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What year was KS53 PVZ registered?

KS53 PVZ is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is KS53 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 PVZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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