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R212 NMR

1998 Audi S8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,143 mi
Last recorded183,143 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Audi S8125,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR212 NMR
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2009 183,143 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 183,143 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 176,492 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 165,219 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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R212 NMR is a 1998 Audi S8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 125,595 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 R212 NMR, 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 28 years old, this Audi S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R212 NMR registered?

R212 NMR is a 1998 Audi S8, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R212 NMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R212 NMR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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