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P38 XGK

1997 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2011
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

123,151 mi
Last recorded123,151 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP38 XGK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2011 123,151 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Mar 2010 118,985 miles

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

Centre stop not working

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 118,985 miles

Centre stop not working

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 116,544 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 116,535 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 96,570 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)

Fail 16 Feb 2008 96,066 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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 2 Feb 2007 72,984 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 72,983 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 69,392 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 68,094 miles

nearside door mirror glass broken

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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P38 XGK is a 1997 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P38 XGK, 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 P38 XGK registered?

P38 XGK is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P38 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P38 XGK shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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