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LY03 LKU

2003 Audi A8

Green Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,939 mi
Last recorded1,939 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 LKU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 1,939 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 656 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 170 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 324 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 108,958 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 107,834 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 102,335 miles

BRAKE PADS LOW WARNING LIGHT DISPLAYED

HEADLIGHTS ARE DIM (FAULT DISPLAYED ON DASH)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder is void of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 102,327 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake pad wear sensor light on ( Offside front brake wire sensor damaged).

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 96,290 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 90,898 miles

Engine management light stays on

Nearside headlamp beam image is slightly dim

Fail 14 Nov 2016 90,895 miles

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

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

Engine management light stays on

Nearside headlamp beam image is slightly dim

advise replace front upper front radius arms at the same time.

Pass 21 Nov 2015 86,840 miles

Engine management light on dash

Front Antiroll bar C link bushes cracked

Rear Inner lamp units on the boot lid is cracked

Pass 24 Nov 2014 82,259 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Nov 2014 82,240 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 74,887 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 74,887 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 May 2013 69,988 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 67,865 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 62,616 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 57,965 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 54,012 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 46,461 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 39,625 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 34,663 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 34,661 miles

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

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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LY03 LKU is a 2003 Audi A8 in Green with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LY03 LKU, 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

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What year was LY03 LKU registered?

LY03 LKU is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is LY03 LKU safe to buy?

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