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OU53 KTA

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

147,879 mi
Last recorded147,879 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 KTA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 147,879 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Front Lower Bushes On Arms (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2026 147,878 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification Incorrect Link Hitting Arm (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Front Lower Bushes On Arms (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 141,243 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 141,170 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber joining (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber joining (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 136,954 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 132,052 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 130,097 miles

Advise condition of front brake discs corroded plus faces not true .

Advise front brake pads almost worn down to wear indicator.

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches plus outer sills due to protective trims fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2021 130,078 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested Due to major exhaust leak . (8.2.2.2 (e))

Advise condition of front brake discs corroded plus faces not true .

Advise front brake pads almost worn down to wear indicator.

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches plus outer sills due to protective trims fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2020 125,688 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 118,082 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 112,750 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 105,880 miles

Rear tyres are worn on inner edge.....

Pass 3 Dec 2015 101,673 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 95,051 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 90,200 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 84,936 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 76,417 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 66,444 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 60,351 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 51,996 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 39,396 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 39,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 27,076 miles

Nearside 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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OU53 KTA is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 OU53 KTA, 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 OU53 KTA registered?

OU53 KTA is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 13 October 2003.

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The MOT history for OU53 KTA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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