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OE53 FDA

2003 Audi A8

Black Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,807 mi
Last recorded132,807 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 FDA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 132,807 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 129,557 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 129,557 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 127,548 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 125,572 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush upper (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 122,610 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 118,312 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 114,608 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 109,373 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front bumper trim damaged

o/s/f tyre uneven wear

Pass 27 Jul 2011 107,973 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 102,326 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 94,787 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 88,281 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 83,090 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 81,976 miles

n/s headlight condensated

small chips in windscreen

warning lights on dash on

Fail 20 Dec 2006 81,976 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

n/s headlight condensated

small chips in windscreen

warning lights on dash on

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 FDA is a 2003 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FDA, 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.

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What year was OE53 FDA registered?

OE53 FDA is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is OE53 FDA safe to buy?

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