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R124 GMV

1997 Audi S8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,315 mi
Last recorded111,315 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Audi S8119,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 GMV
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 111,315 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 111,308 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 106,350 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 105,669 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 102,548 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 96,221 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 87,423 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 79,683 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 72,250 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S8?

Based on 5,839 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,181
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155
constant velocity joint gaiter split 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 86
position lamp(s) not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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R124 GMV is a 1997 Audi S8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 119,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R124 GMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Audi S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R124 GMV registered?

R124 GMV is a 1997 Audi S8, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R124 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R124 GMV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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