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M12 SAC

1995 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,429 mi
Last recorded154,429 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2008
Typical for 1995 Audi A8134,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 SAC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2008 154,429 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 148,196 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2007 148,196 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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M12 SAC is a 1995 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 134,662 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 M12 SAC, 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 31 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M12 SAC registered?

M12 SAC is a 1995 Audi A8, first registered on 14 January 1995.

Is M12 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 SAC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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