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OE03 YOV

2003 Audi A8

Beige Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,801 mi
Last recorded159,801 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 YOV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 159,801 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 210,505 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 210,505 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 124,414 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 108,977 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 106,804 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 106,804 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 98,783 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 83,227 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 78,917 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 60,168 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Feb 2009 60,168 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 34,110 miles

both front pads look low on the inner faces

Pass 1 Dec 2006 35,141 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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OE03 YOV is a 2003 Audi A8 in Beige with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 OE03 YOV, 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 OE03 YOV registered?

OE03 YOV is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is OE03 YOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 YOV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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