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N261 FFC

1996 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,207 mi
Last recorded46,207 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Audi A8128,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN261 FFC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2013 46,207 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 44,178 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 43,737 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 42,916 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 41,680 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 40,167 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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N261 FFC is a 1996 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 128,033 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 N261 FFC, 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 30 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 N261 FFC registered?

N261 FFC is a 1996 Audi A8, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is N261 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N261 FFC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N261 FFC have outstanding finance?

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