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PK04 UCM

2004 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

149,385 mi
Last recorded149,385 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK04 UCM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2013 149,385 miles

O/s/r tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Fail 6 Mar 2013 149,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 7 Mar 2012 136,580 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 136,580 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Both front discs worn

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 124,683 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 124,683 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 112,639 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 96,124 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 80,420 miles

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

front windscreen crack on near side

Pass 1 Mar 2007 54,134 miles

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

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

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

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

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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PK04 UCM is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 PK04 UCM, 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 22 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PK04 UCM registered?

PK04 UCM is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 9 March 2004.

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