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OU03 CYC

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,020 mi
Last recorded142,020 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 CYC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 142,020 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 140,020 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 141,328 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 133,309 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 133,309 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 126,557 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 117,228 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 108,799 miles

Front disc lipped and slightly corroded

N/S/F tyre worn on inner

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 96,534 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 80,817 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 80,815 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 25,460 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 23,578 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 23,578 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 May 2006 16,060 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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OU03 CYC is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OU03 CYC, 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 OU03 CYC registered?

OU03 CYC is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is OU03 CYC safe to buy?

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