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OV03 FZW

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

119,988 mi
Last recorded119,988 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 119,988 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 116,119 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 110,293 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 110,260 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 107,283 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 102,990 miles

o/s mirror dark

Fail 19 Nov 2014 102,990 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

o/s mirror dark

Pass 19 Aug 2013 97,571 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 97,571 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 93,900 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 93,900 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2011 80,379 miles

front brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 29 May 2010 69,103 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 65,254 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 65,254 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 57,114 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 53,465 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 47,793 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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OV03 FZW is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 OV03 FZW, 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 FZW registered?

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

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