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LO02 ELX

2002 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

91,501 mi
Last recorded91,501 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO02 ELX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 91,501 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 91,330 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 91,180 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 90,088 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 89,448 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 88,165 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 85,669 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 81,755 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 81,755 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 81,000 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 80,869 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 76,492 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2011 68,075 miles

both front tyres 1.6mm only just legal

n/s/r tyre 2mm

Pass 13 May 2010 57,555 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 57,555 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 May 2009 49,815 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 49,708 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 46,782 miles

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

offside rear tyre outer side wall deep cuts

Fail 24 Nov 2008 46,781 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

offside rear tyre outer side wall deep cuts

Pass 8 Apr 2008 43,625 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 38,220 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 29,380 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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LO02 ELX is a 2002 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 LO02 ELX, 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 24 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LO02 ELX is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 29 August 2002.

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