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OV53 NDU

2003 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

132,985 mi
Last recorded132,985 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 NDU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 132,985 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2021 132,952 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear light lenses cracked.

Fail 11 May 2021 132,940 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear light lenses cracked.

Pass 3 Oct 2019 128,563 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 121,561 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2017 113,452 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 May 2016 110,058 miles

Offside Front and offside rear tyre worn low

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 103,202 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 98,745 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 88,616 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 79,494 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 73,059 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 69,942 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 64,325 miles

O/S/F AND BOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON EDGES(MAIN OF TREAD FINE)-MAY REQUIRE ATTENTION IN NEAR FUTURE.

Pass 31 Oct 2007 51,614 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 31,512 miles

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

Offside 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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OV53 NDU is a 2003 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NDU, 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 NDU registered?

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

Is OV53 NDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 NDU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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