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OE53 FDU

2003 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

141,951 mi
Last recorded141,951 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 FDU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2014 141,951 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf under wing guard missing

slight damage to osr light lense

Fail 31 Mar 2014 141,939 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf under wing guard missing

slight damage to osr light lense

Pass 8 Feb 2013 124,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Jan 2013 124,744 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 108,288 miles

o/s/f tyre side wall damaged close to ply or cords

o/s/r inner side light unit not working

o/s/r tyre worn on edge

Pass 16 Sep 2010 90,319 miles

front tyres worn on inner and outer edges. n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 3 Sep 2009 61,448 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 52,157 miles

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

heatshield on fuel tank damaged and loose

nearside rear inner side light inop

Pass 4 Dec 2006 26,874 miles

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

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 FDU is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FDU, 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 FDU registered?

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

Is OE53 FDU safe to buy?

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