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OV03 FYZ

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

135,456 mi
Last recorded135,456 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 FYZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 135,456 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 132,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 128,740 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 125,568 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 122,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 119,546 miles

front brakes in a poor condition

Fail 23 Jan 2021 119,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

front brakes in a poor condition

Pass 12 Feb 2020 115,702 miles

front brake discs inner face corroded

front tyres low on tread

Fail 11 Feb 2020 115,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

front brake discs inner face corroded

front tyres low on tread

Pass 27 Feb 2019 111,345 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 103,379 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 96,791 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 96,163 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 94,358 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 90,246 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 88,431 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 83,395 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 75,432 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 68,994 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 61,740 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 51,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Aug 2006 43,388 miles

rear tyres wearing inner edge

Fail 15 Jul 2006 43,291 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear tyres worn inner edge

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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OV03 FYZ 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 87%.

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 OV03 FYZ, 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 OV03 FYZ registered?

OV03 FYZ is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is OV03 FYZ safe to buy?

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