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P160 YHB

1997 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

179,977 mi
Last recorded179,977 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP160 YHB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 179,977 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 177,315 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 175,732 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 174,541 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 172,462 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 170,214 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 168,423 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 166,351 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 164,029 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 164,010 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 161,289 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 157,633 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2007 153,812 miles

OSF outer cv gaitor slight splitting starting, grease starting to weap. † †NSF outer cv gaitor slight cracking starting. † †Oil leak under auto box oil pan.

Pass 7 Apr 2006 145,529 miles

front discs worn to limits

Fail 29 Mar 2006 145,296 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

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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P160 YHB is a 1997 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P160 YHB, 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 P160 YHB registered?

P160 YHB is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P160 YHB safe to buy?

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