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OE53 FAO

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

158,073 mi
Last recorded158,073 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 FAO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 158,073 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 154,131 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 151,696 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jun 2014 151,696 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 148,416 miles

2mm one of the tread near side rear tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2012 137,741 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 137,739 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 114,873 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

chip in windscreen

front discs slightly worn and scored on inner faces

offside rear tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Pass 26 Aug 2010 103,701 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 93,947 miles

both rear tyres worn

chip in screen

Fail 28 Aug 2008 79,883 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 79,883 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 63,876 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 42,587 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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OE53 FAO is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,697cc petrol 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 OE53 FAO, 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 OE53 FAO registered?

OE53 FAO is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is OE53 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE53 FAO 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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