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LJ53 TVP

2003 Audi A8

Black Gas bi-fuel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,562 mi
Last recorded116,562 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 TVP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2011 116,562 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 97,328 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 70,498 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2009 70,469 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2008 49,693 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 43,227 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 31,925 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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LJ53 TVP is a 2003 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 LJ53 TVP, 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 23 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 LJ53 TVP?

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What year was LJ53 TVP registered?

LJ53 TVP is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LJ53 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 TVP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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