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OE53 FCG

2003 Audi A8

Green Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,664 mi
Last recorded100,664 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 FCG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2012 100,664 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 98,931 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 92,243 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2009 92,243 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 76,618 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2008 76,618 miles

Offside Front Track rod end has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Front 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 5 Dec 2007 64,353 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 39,049 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 FCG is a 2003 Audi A8 in Green with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FCG, 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 FCG registered?

OE53 FCG is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is OE53 FCG safe to buy?

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