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PL54 DPV

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,308 mi
Last recorded174,308 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL54 DPV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2022 174,308 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 167,732 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 162,232 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 249,529 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 143,074 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 131,455 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 119,471 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2015 104,539 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2014 98,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill cover fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2013 88,798 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 81,377 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 71,767 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 68,741 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 61,753 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 56,030 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 51,798 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,301 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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PL54 DPV is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 PL54 DPV, 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 PL54 DPV registered?

PL54 DPV is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is PL54 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL54 DPV shows 17 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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