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OV53 NDN

2003 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

109,182 mi
Last recorded109,182 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 NDN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2020 109,182 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 103,617 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 94,982 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 86,620 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 75,813 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 69,591 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 69,591 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 59,450 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Headlamp washers leaking and not working (Not Xenon)

Nearside front tyre worn bald and close to cord on inner edge

Pass 9 Apr 2013 48,355 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 47,501 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 46,585 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 46,585 miles

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

nsf tyre smooth on inner edge

osf tyre smooth on inner edge

osr tyre smooth on inner edge

Pass 13 Oct 2010 45,907 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 40,071 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 34,014 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 27,423 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 31 Oct 2006 21,996 miles

Nearside washer jets not hitting the screen very well

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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OV53 NDN is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 OV53 NDN, 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 OV53 NDN registered?

OV53 NDN is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is OV53 NDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 NDN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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