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OV53 NDO

2003 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

160,685 mi
Last recorded160,685 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 160,685 miles

the vehicle has engine covers and under trays fitted.

Fail 14 Sep 2016 160,683 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

the vehicle has engine covers and under trays fitted.

Pass 22 Sep 2015 144,761 miles

Lower under covers fitted.

Upper Engine covers fitted

Fail 22 Sep 2015 144,761 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Lower under covers fitted.

Upper Engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2014 128,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 117,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 104,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2011 85,619 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 85,619 miles

Nearside Rear 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 17 Nov 2010 68,914 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2010 68,914 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 57,308 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 49,926 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 41,468 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 31,374 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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OV53 NDO is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 OV53 NDO, 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 OV53 NDO registered?

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

Is OV53 NDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 NDO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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