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P159 UAH

1997 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,763 mi
Last recorded144,763 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 UAH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2010 144,763 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 144,763 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 140,189 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 134,402 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 125,622 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 115,946 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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P159 UAH is a 1997 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 124,164 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 P159 UAH, 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 29 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 P159 UAH registered?

P159 UAH is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P159 UAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 UAH shows 6 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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