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NJ52 NEO

2002 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,257 mi
Last recorded110,257 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ52 NEO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 110,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 107,448 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly corroded edges slightly. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded edges slightly on both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly corroded edges slightly on both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 105,357 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 101,196 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 95,151 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 91,659 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 90,072 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 85,807 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 85,000 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 83,563 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 83,563 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 75,150 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 69,613 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2013 69,578 miles

Offside Outer Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

fuel cap rubber worn

Fail 2 Aug 2013 68,934 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 64,485 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2011 59,856 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 55,552 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 48,270 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 46,847 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 44,688 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2007 41,685 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 41,177 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 30,810 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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NJ52 NEO is a 2002 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 NJ52 NEO, 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 24 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 NJ52 NEO registered?

NJ52 NEO is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is NJ52 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ52 NEO shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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