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OW03 EAE

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

154,197 mi
Last recorded154,197 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 EAE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 154,197 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 141,668 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 141,668 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 129,682 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaustclamps and sleeves corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2013 129,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaustclamps and sleeves corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2012 121,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Oct 2012 121,647 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 109,523 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 109,523 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2010 91,336 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

n/s/r tyre bald on inner shoulder

o/s/r tyre bald on on inner and outer shoulders

Pass 6 Jan 2010 90,949 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 66,045 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 53,203 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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OW03 EAE is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 OW03 EAE, 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 OW03 EAE registered?

OW03 EAE is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is OW03 EAE safe to buy?

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