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OE53 KNM

2003 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

132,950 mi
Last recorded132,950 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 132,950 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 132,107 miles

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

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

condensation to offside headlamp lens

engine management light on

grease weep to offside front outer cv rubber gator

Pass 17 Sep 2016 128,671 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 122,794 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 116,429 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 112,623 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 108,018 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 107,998 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 98,174 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 88,921 miles

condensation to nearside rear light lens

Fail 8 Feb 2011 88,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

condensation to nearside rear light lens

Pass 4 Sep 2010 81,240 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 71,076 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

condensation to offside headlight lens

Pass 17 Aug 2009 62,909 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 52,473 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

condensation to nearside reverse lamp lens

front and rear brake discs worn

front registration plate delaminating

Pass 21 Aug 2008 43,150 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 30,967 miles

both front tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

both rear tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

Pass 30 Nov 2007 30,697 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 25,874 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 KNM is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KNM, 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 KNM registered?

OE53 KNM is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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The MOT history for OE53 KNM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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