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OU03 DGV

2003 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,328 mi
Last recorded147,328 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 DGV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2013 147,328 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 147,326 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 137,832 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Nov 2012 137,768 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Nov 2011 109,629 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 98,017 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 79,669 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 63,675 miles

n/s/f tyre down to 2.5mm and cuts on outer wall

Pass 6 Nov 2006 34,827 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 DGV is a 2003 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,697cc petrol 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 OU03 DGV, 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 OU03 DGV registered?

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

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