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ORZ 6988

2003 Audi A8

Green Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

131,391 mi
Last recorded131,391 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORZ 6988
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 131,391 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 123,198 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 118,900 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 111,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 94,585 miles

Moisture in offside headlamp.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre worn inner edge and inner sidewall cracking.

Fail 3 Feb 2018 94,582 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Moisture in offside headlamp.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre worn inner edge and inner sidewall cracking.

Pass 3 Mar 2017 90,970 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 87,292 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 81,718 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 74,306 miles

both front tyres wearing thin on outer edges

Pass 22 Jan 2013 67,473 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 62,232 miles

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

front brake discs worn

rear brake pads low

Pass 22 Feb 2011 55,610 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 55,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 49,933 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 43,199 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 43,199 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 35,087 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 28,600 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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ORZ 6988 is a 2003 Audi A8 in Green with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ORZ 6988, 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 ORZ 6988 registered?

ORZ 6988 is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is ORZ 6988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORZ 6988 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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