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P243 TDS

1996 Audi A8

Black Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,951 mi
Last recorded143,951 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Audi A8128,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP243 TDS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2008 143,951 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 128,540 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 28 Feb 2006 118,342 miles

exhaust system rustted

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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P243 TDS is a 1996 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P243 TDS, 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 P243 TDS registered?

P243 TDS is a 1996 Audi A8, first registered on 3 September 1996.

Is P243 TDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P243 TDS shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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