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P128 OCL

1996 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,105 mi
Last recorded86,105 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Audi A8128,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP128 OCL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 86,105 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 84,996 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 84,974 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 84,936 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 84,738 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 84,673 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 84,673 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 75,771 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 74,469 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 74,469 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Undershields preventing full inspection of some of the vehicle.

Pass 10 Feb 2007 72,929 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 71,023 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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P128 OCL is a 1996 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 128,033 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 P128 OCL, 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 30 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P128 OCL registered?

P128 OCL is a 1996 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 1996.

Is P128 OCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P128 OCL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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