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P37 XTN

1997 Audi A8

Red Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,762 mi
Last recorded106,762 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP37 XTN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2011 106,762 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 106,762 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 105,400 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 91,330 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2007 85,670 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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P37 XTN is a 1997 Audi A8 in Red with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P37 XTN, 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

How do I check the history of P37 XTN?

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What year was P37 XTN registered?

P37 XTN is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 8 January 1997.

Is P37 XTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P37 XTN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P37 XTN have outstanding finance?

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