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N16 RGM

2004 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

175,283 mi
Last recorded175,283 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN16 RGM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 175,283 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 163,067 miles

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

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)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 152,081 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2015 152,081 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2014 141,710 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 May 2014 141,703 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 129,770 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2012 109,864 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 98,658 miles

cut in nearside front tyre sidewall

Fail 15 Jun 2011 98,654 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 95,172 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 80,117 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 80,117 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 66,622 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 48,263 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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N16 RGM is a 2004 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 N16 RGM, 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 22 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 N16 RGM registered?

N16 RGM is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is N16 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N16 RGM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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