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LY02 VSZ

2002 Audi S8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,095 mi
Last recorded142,095 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Audi S897,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 VSZ
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 142,095 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edge (both) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 139,374 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 136,269 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 136,269 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 134,245 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 133,126 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 133,126 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 132,613 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 129,005 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 125,337 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 121,483 miles

Oil leak ()

general under body corrosion

Fail 3 Feb 2018 121,483 miles

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

Oil leak ()

general under body corrosion

Pass 28 Jan 2017 115,936 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Dec 2014 113,710 miles

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

engine light on

Fail 2 Dec 2013 107,731 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 107,731 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 100,776 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Dec 2012 100,776 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 93,380 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 84,645 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 79,389 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 74,678 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 74,678 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 66,665 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 61,704 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 52,230 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S8?

Based on 5,839 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,181
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155
constant velocity joint gaiter split 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 86
position lamp(s) not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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LY02 VSZ is a 2002 Audi S8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 97,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY02 VSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Audi S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY02 VSZ registered?

LY02 VSZ is a 2002 Audi S8, first registered on 4 May 2002.

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