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OY04 TXW

2004 Audi A8

Multi-colour Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

163,101 mi
Last recorded163,101 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY04 TXW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 163,101 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 157,458 miles

Front tyres worn on edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

covers fitted at time of test

Fail 22 Jun 2017 157,458 miles

covers fitted at time of test

Front tyres worn on edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 153,363 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 145,674 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 145,674 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 123,985 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Feb 2012 123,985 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2010 93,796 miles

engine covers and under trays not allowing full inspection.

front number plate is cracked

offside front wiper blade poor

Pass 21 May 2009 64,689 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2009 64,689 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2008 44,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 21,529 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 21,526 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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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OY04 TXW is a 2004 Audi A8 in Multi-colour with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 OY04 TXW, 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 22 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OY04 TXW registered?

OY04 TXW is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 3 March 2004.

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