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R221 RNN

1997 Audi S8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

166,334 mi
Last recorded166,334 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Audi S8119,055 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 RNN
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 166,334 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 160,632 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 11 Sep 2013 158,072 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 24 Sep 2012 156,219 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 153,978 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2011 153,978 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 149,558 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 143,738 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 137,600 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 129,448 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 118,296 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)

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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R221 RNN is a 1997 Audi S8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R221 RNN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R221 RNN registered?

R221 RNN is a 1997 Audi S8, first registered on 11 October 1997.

Is R221 RNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 RNN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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