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R672 VJO

1997 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,943 mi
Last recorded83,943 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR672 VJO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 83,943 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2014 67,120 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 56,682 miles

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

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

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 56,322 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 56,185 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 54,738 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 53,604 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 52,730 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 52,053 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 50,324 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 50,319 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Dash board has lots of warning lamps illuminated

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

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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R672 VJO is a 1997 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,771cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 124,164 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 R672 VJO, 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 29 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R672 VJO registered?

R672 VJO is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R672 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R672 VJO 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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