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P842 SUC

1997 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,059 mi
Last recorded166,059 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP842 SUC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2007 166,059 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 160,699 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 150,104 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres on 2.0 tread depth

oil leak

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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P842 SUC is a 1997 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P842 SUC, 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 P842 SUC registered?

P842 SUC is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P842 SUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P842 SUC 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.

Does P842 SUC have outstanding finance?

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