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OE53 FCJ

2003 Audi A8

Green Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,688 mi
Last recorded130,688 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 130,688 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 130,688 miles

Stop lamp not working both rear (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 123,631 miles

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

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 rear tyre perished

Pass 4 Mar 2014 119,895 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 117,406 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 105,377 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

airbag light on

n/s/r light lenz cracked but covered with tape

vehicle has covers which dont allow full inspection

Pass 14 Feb 2011 91,624 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 81,053 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 73,368 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 63,417 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 63,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 49,485 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 FCJ is a 2003 Audi A8 in Green with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OE53 FCJ, 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 FCJ registered?

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

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The MOT history for OE53 FCJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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