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PL04 GVU

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,734 mi
Last recorded125,734 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 GVU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2017 125,734 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 124,812 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 122,002 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 118,005 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 108,567 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 100,550 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 16 Nov 2011 93,111 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 87,780 miles

Front brake discs wearing thin and lipped.

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Sep 2009 68,340 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 2 Sep 2008 52,241 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 32,612 miles

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

Offside Front 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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PL04 GVU is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PL04 GVU, 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 PL04 GVU registered?

PL04 GVU is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is PL04 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL04 GVU shows 11 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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