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MC53 HHB

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,200 mi
Last recorded104,200 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 HHB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 104,200 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 104,200 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 89,022 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 84,955 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 80,821 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 76,374 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 67,473 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 58,603 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 46,609 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 34,763 miles

note spare on o/s/r worn badly on inner edge &n/s/r worn on inner

Fail 27 Sep 2006 34,763 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

uneven wear on inner edge n/s/r.spare tyre badly worn on inner edge

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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MC53 HHB is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MC53 HHB, 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 MC53 HHB registered?

MC53 HHB is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is MC53 HHB safe to buy?

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